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Representation: The Word Camelot In American Politics

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Representation Stuart Hall defines representation as the means by which a culture uses language and sign to create meaning that is shared between members of the society. An example Hall provides is the Cross. For Christians, it is a reminder of Christ’s “suffering and death.” Meanings are different from one society to another, as it is assigned according to cultural practices; meanings came change. For that reason, meanings must be translated between cultures. Representation provides meaning for the seen and unseen, objects and concepts. The word Camelot in American politics characterizes the Kennedy administration, not the home of the mythical King Authur. Meaning is made complete by using language. Representation is complex; Hall uses theories distinct to explain it. …show more content…

The Reflective Theory states that the words used reflects meaning; the meaning lies in a tangible object, person or event; it already exists. The Intentional Theory means that the meaning is personal, produced by an individual. The question can be asked, can meaning exist for one person? If as Hall stated, society assigns meaning, the answer is no. Hall writes that the Constructionist Theory entails building meaning through concepts and signs. Constructionists believe that language and signs transmit meaning. According to Hall, the Constructionist Theory has had the most impact on cultural studies. In chapter four, Hall explains how “the other” culture or cultures have been

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