The struggle to define terrorism. Defining terrorism. Attempts to synthesize a consensus definition
Terrorism as a communication process with rhetorical dimensions. Terrorism as communication process. Terrorism as rhetoric
Labeling and defining terrorism as rhetoric. Definitions and labels. Reconsidering the definition of terrorism
Symbols, symbolism, and terrorism. Symbols, symbolism, and violence/destruction. Symbolism in the implements and tools of terrorism. Symbolism in the target of terrorism
Public oratory about terrorism. A method of rhetoric for public oratory. Case studies
Mass-mediated images and construction of terrorism. Understanding mass media. Terrorism from above and mass media. Terrorism from below and mass media. Terrorism and paid media.
