Leech's Politeness Principles Uttered by Indonesian Vice Presidential Candidate in the Event “13 Tahun Mata Najwa: Bergerak Bergerak Berdampak”

Abstract

This research aims to educate and help the public to think objectively when it comes to determining leaders. The research focuses on describing the type, frequency and comparison of politeness maxims uttered by the 3 vice presidential candidates at the Mata Najwa event. The method used in this research is a qualitative descriptive method. The data was categorized, classified, and analyzed using Leech's theory of 6 maxims of Politeness. The results of this research show that Mahfud's speech falls within the maxim of generosity/mercy. With this research, the researcher hopes that the studies mentioned can be useful for further research, add insight to readers, especially the Indonesian people, and can help people to think more objectively in choosing leaders.