| ID | 117723 |
| Title Proper | Constitutive rhetoric of democratic centralism |
| Other Title Information | a thematic analysis of Mao's discourse on democracy |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Lin, Canchu ; Lee, Yueh-Ting |
| Publication | 2013. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Employing the theoretical framework of constitutive rhetoric, this paper explores Chinese conceptions of democracy by examining Mao Zedong's speeches and writings. This rhetorical examination seeks to show how democracy is understood, defined, and conceptualized in China. Several themes from Mao's most famous speeches and writings are discussed in the light of his concept of democratic centralism. The rhetorical analysis supports the notion that Chinese communism includes democracy, as purported by Mao; however, this culturally unique form of democracy (i.e. democratic centralism) does not match the representative form of democracy employed in the West. Understanding that democracy is conceptualized distinctly by Chinese communist followers of Mao may provide insight for future international studies and relations. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Contemporary China Vol. 22, No.79; Jan 2013: p.148-165 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Contemporary China Vol. 22, No.79; Jan 2013: p.148-165 |
| Key Words | China ; Democracy ; Mao Zedong's Speeches ; Democratic Centralism ; Chinese Communism ; Chinese Communist Followers |