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Liberty And Its Legacy An Analysis Of Freedom And Liberty In American Political Rhetoric, Ryan S. Kovarovics Jan 2023

Liberty And Its Legacy An Analysis Of Freedom And Liberty In American Political Rhetoric, Ryan S. Kovarovics

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The concept of freedom has always been central to the American identity, but its meaning has never been agreed on by all and has long been the subject of debate. An abridged explanation of the evolution of liberty’s meaning in political thought and American history is presented in the first chapter of this project. It demonstrates the long-standing importance of individual freedom in America and highlights some historical moments when liberty has come into conflict with other societal values. When used in American political rhetoric today, “freedom” and “liberty” typically take on a “negative” meaning that is focused mostly on …


The Message, Medium And Messenger: A Study Of Political Persuasion Through A Case Study Of Planned Parenthood, Jodi Leah Kraushar May 2017

The Message, Medium And Messenger: A Study Of Political Persuasion Through A Case Study Of Planned Parenthood, Jodi Leah Kraushar

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