AND JUSTICE FOR ALL: A NARRATIVE APPROACH TO THE CONFLICT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN

Abstract

The conflict between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran is also a conflict of narratives. Influence professionals in the United States government must understand narrative structure and how it functions in society because narrative is an essential building block of human existence. Moreover, to enhance the influence that a narrative approach can provide, influence professionals must also understand the basic conceptual frameworks of justice. An understanding of justice not only provides a means of resolution for conflict within narrative, it also helps further the understanding of the narratives of a target audience. Through an in-depth understanding and appreciation of the narratives and concepts of justice in the Islamic Republic of Iran, influence professionals can craft and perform more effective engagements as a part of greater governmental efforts.