An Ethics of Political Communication

Alexander Brown

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English

Routledge
28 September 2021

Communication studies; Philosophy: epistemology & theory of knowledge; Ethics & moral philosophy; Media studies; Political science & theory

Working in the tradition of analytic philosophy, Alexander Brown argues that many different forms of political communication (or anti-communication) that often infuriate the public can also be ethically or morally objectionable. These forms include question dodging, offering scripted answers, stonewalling, not listening, disseminating propaganda, pandering, being insincere, giving false denials, issuing revisionist interpretations, refusing to take responsibility, never apologising, boasting, and gaslighting. Brown invokes a host of normative reasons including those having to do with epistemic arrogance, interference in autonomy, and violating the right to be heard. This is not to say that, all things considered, politicians should never engage in dubious political communication. Sometimes these are necessary evils. Brown argues, however, that further moral inquiry is needed to show why they are evils, and to determine when the use of these rhetorical tactics can be excessive, unreasonable, or out of place.

Key Features:

• Identifies and conceptualises forms of dubious political communication • Develops an ethical evaluation of political communication • Considers possible justifications for the use of dubious political communication • Makes practical recommendations on how to regulate unethical political communication

By: Alexander Brown
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9781032075938
ISBN 10: 1032075937
Pages: 432
Publication Date: 28 September 2021
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Why an Ethics of Political Communication? 2. Question Dodging 3. Stonewalling 4. Disengagement 5. Flat Denials 6. Revisionist Interpretations 7. Consent, Justifications, and Unintended Consequences 8. Nudges, Codes of Conduct, and Sanctions 9. Conclusion

Alexander Brown is a reader in political and legal theory at the University of East Anglia (UEA). He is the author of The Politics of Hate Speech Laws (2020), A Theory of Legitimate Expectations for Public Administration (2017), Hate Speech Law: A Philosophical Examination (2015), Ronald Dworkin’s Theory of Equality (2009), and Personal Responsibility: Why it Matters (2009).

Reviews for An Ethics of Political Communication

In the age of polarization and misinformation, Alexander Brown provides the essential guide to understanding the ethical challenges and the misuse of rhetorical tactics in contemporary political communication Robert E. Denton, Virginia Tech