Från öppna hjärtan till stängda gränser En studie om den svenska migrationspolitiska diskursen

Abstract

Purpose - This master’s thesis aims to explore and analyze the rhetoric that political actors in Sweden use in the public discourse regarding migration politics and policies. Design/methodology/approach – The study uses a qualitative approach with “What’s the problem represented to be?” (WPR) as an analytical tool. We have gathered the empirical material from political leaders, both written and spoken communication, aimed at the public. Findings - The results of this study conclude that the rhetoric in the migration discourse has changed. It is possible that this change has an impact on politics and policies. The symbolic nature of politics requires the actors to regard the discourse that they are in but they can also alter and define the same. In accordance with previous research these changes only occur when crisis emerge and the current policies and guidelines does not have the tools to resolve these issues. Originality/value – This master’s thesis contributes to the field of research by highlighting the value of political rhetoric in public administration. Spoken communication is the bridge between politics and the public sector and therefore we can draw the conclusion that it is necessary to continue this array of research.