As a tip to those who are interested in the use of language, particularly the political use of language, a fine book to read is "Unspeak" by Steven Poole. A writer for the Guardian, Mr Poole analyses modern sound bites for what they imply and what they argue for and against with their limited size. Indeed, what is unspoken by sound bites like "pro-choice","pro-life", "climate change", etc.
A valuable book for all interested in truth in the public discourse and seeing behind the tools of spin-doctors.
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