'''Purpose and Function:''' Political narratives influence how audiences understand and interpret political life. They weave separate events into a unified storyline featuring recognizable heroes, villains, conflicts, and resolutions. Instead of merely reporting facts, these narratives add context and meaning, guiding public opinion and motivating political engagement. | '''Purpose and Function:''' Political narratives influence how audiences understand and interpret political life. They weave separate events into a unified storyline featuring recognizable heroes, villains, conflicts, and resolutions. Instead of merely reporting facts, these narratives add context and meaning, guiding public opinion and motivating political engagement. |