‘Rescue?’ ‘Bailout?’ Speaking metaphorically about financial problems

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Usually figurative language serves to inform and make difficult concepts easier to understand. However, describing the intricacies of the financial crisis and subsequent proposals has proved challenging for many politicians. Guest: Todd Hartman, assistant professor, Department of Government and Justice Studies, Appalachian State University

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