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Communication A What Type Of Cultural Communication Term Paper

Communication a) What type of cultural communication examples AND cultural miscues were made during the visits

Mitt Romney seriously offended his hosts in London by making criticism of their preparations for the games, instead of staying positive: According to reporters, he "offended his British hosts by questioning London's preparation for the Olympics." (cited in "Mitt Romney's London Olympics Gaffe Sparks Outpouring Of Reaction")

Romney's attempt humor was immature, misguided, and not even funny. " He raised some eyebrows when his comments that he had enjoyed looking 'out the backside of Downing Street' were lost in translation," (cited in "Mitt Romney's London Olympics Gaffe Sparks Outpouring Of Reaction").

Romney attributed income disparity in Israel to "cultural differences" between Israelis and Palestinians (Hunt & Laub, 2012)

Romney called Jerusalem the capital even though USA maintains...

The comments Romney made about Israel are alarming. Romney needs intensive coaching in diplomacy, especially if he hopes to be a head of state. Refraining from making judgments about cultures about which he only has second-hand knowledge is a first step. The second step is to refrain from making judgments, period.
2. Romney should have more respect for his hosts. Instead of making criticism, find points to complement or make suggestions instead.

3. Cameron's comments were simply funny: "Of course, it's easier if you hold…

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Hunt, K. & Laub, K. (2012). "Mitt Romney Comments At Fundraiser Outrage Palestinians."

"Mitt Romney's London Olympics Gaffe Sparks Outpouring Of Reaction."
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