Political discourse as a tool for shaping social reality

Political discourse serves as a dynamic tool for shaping social reality and exercising power. Rather than being a passive reflection of events, language is used by political actors to reconstruct the world according to specific interests.

Key strategies in political discourse include framing, which highlights certain perspectives while obscuring others, and polarization, which divides society into 'us' versus 'them' to consolidate voter bases. Additionally, the use of passive language can be employed to evade accountability, while metaphors—such as military or medical terms—can be used to justify extraordinary powers during crises.

Drawing on the theories of Michel Foucault, the analysis suggests that knowledge and discourse are inseparable from power. Political entities use discourse to define what is considered 'true' or acceptable, thereby controlling the public agenda by determining which topics are discussed and which remain taboo.