George Lakoff has written extensively on the relationship between language, thought, and politics. He is particularly known for his work on:
* Metaphor and metonymy: Lakoff argues that metaphors are not just literary devices, but fundamental to how we think and understand the world. His book "Metaphors We Live By" (co-authored with Mark Johnson) is a seminal work in this area.
* Cognitive linguistics: Lakoff is a pioneer in the field of cognitive linguistics, which emphasizes the role of human cognition in understanding language.
* Political rhetoric and ideology: Lakoff has applied his theories of metaphor and cognition to analyze political discourse, arguing that political arguments are often based on unconscious metaphors and frames. He's written extensively on this topic, including the book "Don't Think of an Elephant!"
There is no known author named Sanford A. Lakoff.