A Feminist Analysis of Hillary Clinton's 2008 Democratic National Committee Primary Debate Discourse
Document Type
Thesis - University Access Only
Award Date
2009
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department / School
Communication and Journalism
Abstract
This study examines Hillary Clinton's 2008 presidential primary debate discourse through Clinton's use of the feminine style. The analysis centers on Clinton's use of five characteristics of the feminine style in a selection of the 2008 Democratic primary debates. Through the examination of the use of the feminine style, insight into how Clinton's gender image was constructed through her female political discourse. Clinton's moderate use of the feminine style gave insight into what ways gender was used as a campaign strategy.
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Clinton, Hillary Rodham -- Oratory
Women presidential candidates -- United States -- Language
Campaign debates -- United States
Rhetoric -- Sex differences
Rhetoric -- Political aspects
Presidents -- United States -- Election -- 2008
Communication in politics -- United States
Format
application/pdf
Number of Pages
120
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Recommended Citation
Carlile, Andrea, "A Feminist Analysis of Hillary Clinton's 2008 Democratic National Committee Primary Debate Discourse" (2009). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 1577.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd2/1577
