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Solomon, Martha – Quarterly Journal of Speech, 1979
Demonstrates that the rhetorical vision of STOP ERA is essentially mythic in both its plot (the romantic quest) and in its characters (psychological archetypes). Discusses the subtle and pervasive impact of such mythical archetypes. (JMF)
Descriptors: Females, Feminism, Interpersonal Competence, Mythic Criticism

Solomon, Martha – Quarterly Journal of Speech, 1988
Describes the relationship between ideology and rhetorical strategies by tracing Emma Goldman's use of argument by incongruity and embodiment. Argues that these strategies are inherent in anarchist ideology but were ineffective for an American audience. (JK)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Discourse Analysis, Ideology, Rhetoric

Solomon, Martha – Central States Speech Journal, 1980
Traces the use of the "continuity" motif in the Right to Life movement's rhetoric and its influence on the depiction of the abortion controversy. Analyzes how the motif functions rhetorically to aid the movement in defining its activities and involvement. (PD)
Descriptors: Abortions, Moral Issues, Motifs, Persuasive Discourse

Solomon, Martha – Communication Quarterly, 1983
Examines the rhetoric of the STOP ERA movement and the vision offered to its members. Assesses the social impact of the message. (PD)
Descriptors: Family (Sociological Unit), Females, Feminism, Religious Factors
Solomon, Martha – Southern Speech Communication Journal, 1978
Examines the STOP ERA movement in terms of the images of its opponents and supporters, the ideological framework indicated by these images, and the rhetorical implications of these images. Concludes that the reaffirmation of traditional perspectives and the appeal to the need for personal security make it rhetorically effective. (JMF)
Descriptors: Equal Protection, Feminism, Political Attitudes, Political Issues