Conflict Resolution Strategy of U.S. Presidents: Clinton, Bush, and Obama Confront the Terrorism Problem

36 Pages Posted: 21 May 2010

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Karen Feste

University of Denver - International Studies

Abstract

How presidents articulate conflict resolution strategy and portray the enemy in anti-American terrorist attacks is examined through a content analysis of selected speeches delivered in the aftermath of events to show that rhetoric constitutes a strategic response to pressing political issues.

Suggested Citation

Feste, Karen, Conflict Resolution Strategy of U.S. Presidents: Clinton, Bush, and Obama Confront the Terrorism Problem. IACM 23rd Annual Conference Paper, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1612495 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.1612495

Karen Feste (Contact Author)

University of Denver - International Studies ( email )

Denver, CO 80208
United States

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