The ALL NEW Don't Think of an Elephant!

Know Your Values and Frame the Debate

George Lakoff author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Chelsea Green Publishing Co

Published:28th Oct '14

Should be back in stock very soon

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This insightful book examines the importance of framing in communication and offers strategies for effective messaging. The ALL NEW Don't Think of an Elephant! provides valuable tools for navigating today’s complex political landscape.

In The ALL NEW Don't Think of an Elephant!, George Lakoff explores the profound impact of framing on reasoning and communication. He argues that the way we express ideas often carries more weight than the ideas themselves. This revised edition builds on his earlier work, providing fresh insights into how framing shapes political discourse and public perception. Lakoff emphasizes that effective communication hinges on understanding the underlying ideas that influence people's beliefs and decisions.

This edition comes a decade after the original bestseller, offering updated strategies for navigating contemporary issues. Lakoff, recognized as the 'father of framing' by The New York Times, delves into the evolution of framing over the years. He provides practical advice on how to engage with individuals who may hold a mix of progressive and conservative views, as well as tactics for countering misleading propaganda and slogans.

The ALL NEW Don't Think of an Elephant! challenges readers to rethink their approach to debate and messaging. It poses critical questions about the role of facts in persuasion and the motivations behind political movements. By the end of the book, readers will not only gain a deeper understanding of framing but also acquire the tools necessary to create effective narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.

"Lakoff single-handedly convinced liberals of the importance of language in winning political battles. Now he's back to finish what he started."--Markos Moulitsas, founder and publisher, Daily Kos


"The All New Don't Think of an Elephant! is an indispensable tool for progressives—packed with new thinking on framing issues that are hotly debated right now, and new insights on how to reclaim the political debate on meaningful terms that can yield true progress, not just political gains."--Jennifer M. Granholm, former governor of Michigan


"When the original Don't Think of an Elephant! came out in2004, Lakoff showed us that progressive Democrats voted on values, not issues—just like the right. Now, Dr. Lakoff is back to prevent a relapse of bad framing. The ALL NEW Don't Think of an Elephant! is a must read, every bit as important as the first edition. This time we have to train ourselves to think for the long term. Buy this book, memorize it, and teach it to your children. Progressives may be smart, but we don't communicate our ideas well. This book is the blueprint for how to do better."--Howard Dean, former chair of the Democratic National Committee and founder of Democracy for America

ISBN: 9781603585941

Dimensions: 229mm x 153mm x 13mm

Weight: 249g

192 pages

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