Religious Rhetoric in National Security Strategy Since 9/11
Abstract
Religious influence has been undeniably evident in the development and promotion of National Security Strategy since the 9/11 terrorist attacks. This paper examines the influence of religion in the National Security Strategies of the George W. Bush and Barack Obama administrations. Specifically, the paper examines the religious rhetoric of these administrations as articulated in policy documents and political speeches, and how they used religious rhetoric to gain support for their respective strategic visions. The paper analyzes the effects of this rhetoric on the American people and the international community, with a special focus on Muslims worldwide who the United States seeks to secure as allies.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 22, 2012
- Accession Number
- ADA593244
Entities
People
- Peter J. Lawson
Organizations
- George Mason University