Iron fist: can it be brandished in moderation?

Article Abstract:

A history of the term 'moderate' in conservative Republican history includes analysis of why George W. Bush's handlers chose 'compassionate conservatism' instead of 'moderate' to mollify right-wing Republicans before the 2000 primaries.

Marketing, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Presidential candidates, Bush, George W., Republican Party (United States), Grammar, Comparative and general, Grammar, Right and left (Political science), Conservatism

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Iron triangle: McCain's metaphor vs. the newly steeled Bush

Article Abstract:

'Iron triangle', presidential candidate John McCain's anti-lobbyist rallying cry, originated in the Korean War. Other popular and political uses of 'iron' and 'triangle ' are also analyzed.

Analysis, McCain, John, Public opinion, Political reform, Speeches, lectures and essays, Lobbyists, Political oratory

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Health care provider, heal thyself

Article Abstract:

The origin of the use of the term 'health care provider' to mean physician or other health professional and of 'managed competition' in health care is discussed.

Medical care, Medical personnel

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