George Lakoff on how conservatives are using language to shape issues.
October 28th, 2003
George Lakoff on how
conservatives are using language to shape issues. Small example,
regarding Schwarzenegger’s immediate and resounding popularity with
conservatives:
He didn’t have to say a word! He just had to stand up there, and he represents
Mr. Discipline. He knows what’s right and wrong, and he’s going to take it to
the people. He’s not going to ask permission, or have a discussion, he’s going
to do what needs to be done, using force and authority. His very persona
represents what conservatives are about.
Fire, women, conservative thinktanks…