Graduation Year
2024
Date of Submission
12-2023
Document Type
Open Access Senior Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Department
International Relations
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Hilary Appel
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2023 Jason L Rhett
Abstract
Through analyzing the cases of public opinion in Russia and South Africa, this thesis explores the nature of strategic narratives and the effects that they have on public opinion. Using the Russia-Ukraine conflict as a case study, it is conclusive that while strategic narratives are important and impactful, they are not the only factor that shape domestic and international public opinion. In Russia, while narrative has swayed a large portion of the population, there are those who’s stances can be attributed to the pressure to conform to the Russian nationalist majority. In South Africa, the country’s leadership has taken a stance that is different than the majority of its public, failing to garner their support through its justifications. History, geopolitics, and both qualitative and quantitative data are used to highlight the independence and growing autonomy of contemporary public opinion.
Recommended Citation
Rhett, Jason, "Strategic Narrative and Global Public Opinion on the Russia-Ukraine Conflict" (2024). CMC Senior Theses. 3457.
https://scholarship.claremont.edu/cmc_theses/3457
