GENDERED HUMOR AND SARCASM IN US PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION CAMPAIGNS: A CASE STUDY OF FEMALE CANDIDATES
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Key words: gendered humor and sarcasm, rhetorical strategies, femininityAbstract
Abstract. This article examines the role of gendered humor and sarcasm in shaping the political narratives surrounding female candidates in U.S. presidential elections. It explores how female politicians navigate the complexities of humor to engage voters, critique opponents, and manage public perception, all while contending with societal expectations regarding femininity and authority.
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