The word 'narrative'

 
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Ash



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PostPosted: Tue Aug 03, 2010 9:12 am    Post subject: The word 'narrative' Reply with quote

Anyone knows why both N. Chomsky and N. Finkelstein don't like the word 'narrative'? I've heard them saying "I don't like the word narrative'" - in different interview/talks. Just curious.

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PostPosted: Tue Aug 03, 2010 12:31 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I'm not sure, but maybe it's because it implies fiction?
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PostPosted: Tue Aug 03, 2010 7:36 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Going from memory, I believe it hinges on the way the "alternate narratives" are presented in the media, as if each side has equally valid version of what happened. In reality, there is one series of events, so by repeatedly referring to "alternative narratives," the writer is in fact giving false balance where none is deserved.

Fact is fact; it's not up for philosophical debate on relativistic terms.

That's my impression...
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PostPosted: Tue Aug 03, 2010 8:14 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks guys... now it makes sense. Smile
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