The Primary Decision: A Functional Analysis of Debates in Presidential Primaries

by William L. Benoit, John P. McHale, P.M. Pier, et al.

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Benoit and his colleagues apply the functional theory of political campaign discourse to 25 presidential primary debates beginning with the 1948 American presidential primary campaign. They conclude with the 2000 presidential primaries.

They identify the functions, topics, and targets of attacks, and the results are compared with research on primary TV spots and with general debates. An important resource for scholars and students of American...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0275974405

ISBN13:9780275974404

Release Date:December 2001

Publisher:Praeger

Length:176 Pages

Weight:0.94 lbs.

Dimensions:0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Related Subjects

Communication Communication & Journalism Communications Elections & Political Process Government Language Arts National Political Parties Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Words, Language & Grammar

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