Specific features of political texts
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political discourse, rhetorical strategies, ideological framing, persuasive language, political communication, discourse analysis, emotional appeals, power and language.Abstract
Political texts are a distinct genre of discourse with unique linguistic, rhetorical, and pragmatic features aimed at influencing public opinion, shaping ideology, and legitimizing power. This article examines the specific characteristics that distinguish political texts from other types of communication, including the use of persuasive strategies, emotive language, and ideological framing. The study analyzes these elements through qualitative methods, drawing on discourse analysis of contemporary political speeches, debates, and manifestos. The findings highlight how political language is strategically constructed to mobilize support, obscure or highlight specific realities, and maintain dominance within a sociopolitical context.
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