Terrorism and the Media: A Rhetorical Genre.

Dowling, Ralph E.

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ERIC Number: EJ338663

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1986

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Terrorism and the Media: A Rhetorical Genre.

Dowling, Ralph E.

Journal of Communication, v36 n1 p12-24 Win 1986

Argues that terrorists are so restrained by situation and purpose that their acts form a distinct rhetorical genre. Suggests that their failure to persuade or conquer makes this impotent for longterm objectives. (MS)

Descriptors: Communication Skills, Mass Media Effects, News Media, Politics, Rhetoric, Terrorism

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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