| dc.description.abstract | The 2012 attacks on the U.S. Mission in Benghazi, Libya, caused a lasting impact on U.S. politics continuing today. However, little research regarding how the attack came to create such an impact, has been conducted. By conducting a qualitative analysis of statements made by congressional leadership and comparing it to televised news coverage, I answer two questions; Which U.S. political party within Congress was more successful at implementing their strategic communication goals in response to the 2012 attack on U.S. Mission in Benghazi, Libya? And, within the two parties, which one maintained a more united communication front? Previous research conducted shows that Republicans have a historic hold on matters of foreign policy. Additionally, media traditionally takes its cues from politicians when deciding what subjects to cover. My hypothesis predicts that Congressional Republicans were more successful and united in their goals. | en |
