Scientific argument in organizational crisis communication: The case of Exxon.

Sellnow, T. L.

Argumentation and Advocacy, (1993).30, 28-42.

Abstract:

Describes the context of the Valdez disaster in terms of an organizational crisis. Discusses the nature of scientific argument and the norms of scientific ethos as they represent an appropriate standard for measuring the ethics of profit-seeking organizations during times of crisis.