Caracterización del discurso de posesión presidencial e identificación de comunidades políticas en Colombia: Aproximación empírica desde el análisis de redes sociales

Abstract

Statistical analysis of social networks is a predominant methodology in political science research. In this paper, we propose to implement network methods to characterize presidential discourse and identify political communities in Colombia. We propose an empirical approach to the discursive structure of leaders of state and the configuration of alliances and working relationships among prominent figures in Colombian politics. Thus, we implement network methods from two perspectives, words, and political actors. We conclude on the relevance of social network statistics to identify frequent and important terms in rulers' communicative action and examine cohesion in discourses. Finally, we distinguish notable actors in consolidating working relationships, alliances, and political communities.