Table 3 The in-depth level of analysis—topoi.
From: Framing the European Green Deal: political and media energy discourses in Czechia and Sweden
Argumentation strategies | Czechia | Sweden | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
Topos of financial burden | It is crucial for the Czech public not to suffer from EGD | Accepted as inevitable | Completely different framing |
Topos of competitiveness | It is crucial not to lose competitiveness due to EGD | EGD might enhance EU competitiveness | Completely different framing |
Topos of leadership | It is necessary not to lose it due to EGD | Crucial on both the EU and national/Swedish level | Completely different framing |
Topos of national interest | Prevalently (nuclear energy, gas) | Occasionally (forests, nuclear energy) | Similar |
Topos of cooperation | Seldom | Seldom | Similar |
Topos of security | Seldom, used particularly after the Russian invasion | Seldom | Similar |
