Political Science 270 - Rhetoric of Campaigns And Elections

Institution:

Macalester College

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Description:

The course analyzes persuasive language strategies and symbol use in American Presidential and congressional elections. Students design and implement a comprehensive communication plan for a candidate running for office, including a prospectus for institutional donors, press releases, direct mail appeals, bumper stickers, scripts for radio/television ads, scripts for fundraising phone banks, and a candidate stump speech. Alternate years. (4 credits)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.macalester.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 696-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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