Economic Discourse and Feminism: A Study of Politeness Maxims of Blome’s Selected Speeches

Abstract

This research examines the convergence of economic language and feminism through an examination of the application of Geoffrey Leech's (1983) politeness maxims to the selected speeches made by Ambassador Donald Blome. The aim is to investigate how the maxims of tact, generosity, and modesty construct an inclusive and respectful discourse that embodies feminist and humanistic principles. The study employs a qualitative, textual and discourse analysis approach, in which language is regarded as a way of constructing social meaning and constructing perception. The analysis reveals the profound impact of Blome's speeches in promoting gender equality. He repeatedly employs politeness strategies to describe economic themes in a manner that stresses cooperation, mutual respect, and gender equality. The tact maxim prevents imposition, the generosity maxim facilitates mutual good, and the modesty maxim facilitates a tone of humility and cooperation. These maxims lead to a discourse that reconciles economic aims with inclusive and feminist goals, inspiring hope for a more equitable future. The findings indicate that politeness is not only a rhetorical strategy but also a means of socio-political involvement promotion. By integrating feminist issues into economic discourse, Blome's speech promotes extended involvement and increases the economic practice's credibility. This research provides utilitarian implications in diplomatic and policy communication, demonstrating how politeness strategy can promote audience receptiveness and inclusive debate. This research is original in its integration of politeness theory, feminist discourse analysis, and diplomatic speech, an approach that remains largely unexplored in academic studies. This combination offers a structured and comprehensive understanding of the research focus.