Ideology in Political Discourse: A Critical Analysis of the Constitutional Party’s Economic Narratives

Author(s): Sami Chaaibi, Mohamed Marouane and Mokhtari Najat

Abstract:

This study addresses the ideological dimensions within Moroccan political discourse, focusing specifically on the economic rhetoric of the Constitutional Union (CU) party. Employing Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) and Van Dijk’s (2008) [26] mental model approach, it examines the alignment between the CU's economic discourse and its professed liberal ideology. Prompted by challenges facing Moroccan political parties in maintaining ideological consistency, the research draws on insights from scholars like Slaoui (2014), Darif (1998) [22], and Boukhars (2011) [2]. The study underscores the role of political rhetoric in conveying ideological beliefs, utilizing theoretical frameworks proposed by Van Dijk (2008) [26], Fairclough (2013) [7], and Bourdieu (1991) [3]. Through content and cognitive analysis, linguistic indicators of economic liberalism in CU's discourse are examined, revealing deviations towards a more center-right political stance. By elucidating these dynamics, the study contributes to understanding the ideological influences on Moroccan political communication, potentially explaining linguistic deficiencies observed in parties' attempts to engage the public with persuasive rhetoric grounded in clear ideology.

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