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- Title
Shoot, I'm Sorry: An Examination of Narrative Functions and Effectiveness within Dick Cheney's Hunting Accident Apologia.
- Authors
Theye, Kirsten
- Abstract
Although narrative is established as a critical part of human communication, recent typologies of apologia have neglected to account for its prominence. In this essay, I argue that narrative is not just a decorative strategy but rather an essential component within successful apologia when a negative action cannot be denied outright. Well-designed narratives are central to effective apologia statements for several reasons: First, humans are storytellers by nature; second, narratives are uniquely suited to providing explanations for behavior; and third, the framing and identification functions of narrative within apologia are quite powerful. Narratives function as a framing device that can shape the facts of the story and create a deeper sense of identification with the audience. To illuminate these arguments, the essay turns to the case of Dick Cheney's apologia after accidentally shooting a hunting partner.
- Subjects
APOLOGIZING; NARRATIVES; CHENEY, Richard B., 1941-; HUNTING accidents; SHOOTING (Sports); COMMUNICATION; POLITICIANS; SOCIAL history
- Publication
Southern Communication Journal, 2008, Vol 73, Issue 2, p160
- ISSN
1041-794X
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1080/10417940802009566