The two magazine front covers are really similar as they showcase power. The main image in both cases are presidents in charge of a country, who depictthemselves as being powerful and strong. This is seen for example with in the times asDonald Trump is holding his fist up to shoe that he is strong , and in the Sun Putting is challenging Europe to fight him, and this can be seen for example through the headline “have a go if EU think you are hard enough”, showing how he believes he is a strong confident leader ready to challenge and fight Europe.
A difference between the 2 magazines can be seen through patriotism. Donald Trump has the American flag in the background, showing the love for his country and his dedication to it. This is missing in The Sun, suggesting that Russia’s president isn’t as commited in the state and hasa lack of support.
An other difference between the two leaders is that in they are presented in opposite ways, Donald Trump portrays himself as a leader. He looks professional through his choice of clothing as he is wearing a blue suit, white shirt and red tie. This makes him seem a trustable and professional man ready to take care and lead his country. On the other hand Putin seems more aggressive and in show as the villain, ready to take on Europe and fight. This is seen for example through the use of props as he has a gun pouch hanging around his belt, showing he is violent and the enemy.
In The Sun Binary opposition is created through the contrast between Putin and the EU.
Trupm- admired putin – villain
Binary opposition – Putin vs Eu. Trup – leader for all (unity with fist) putin is just for Russia trying to fight EU
Donal trump – good guy – Putting (villain)
Both patriotic
Both havesiilar facial expression
Truopprofesional- putin not
Trup has already won, while Putin still needs to fight.
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