How Political Advertising Impacts Elections

Ipsos Ideas Newsletter dissects campaigns and issues in four countries

Paris, 12 October 2004. Does political advertising have an impact on the outcome of elections? Ipsos Public Affairs experts tackle this tricky issue in the latest issue of Ipsos Ideas called "The Faces of Political Seduction."

Which of President George W. Bush and Sen. John Kerry's advertising strategy is the most effective and why? Thomas Riehle, of Ipsos Public Affairs in Washington, explains how one tiny advertisement, barely a blip on the screen, broke out of the bland box and shook up the campaign.

Darrell Bricker, our Canadian expert, explains how against all odds, the Liberals won the 2004 Federal Election through an effective negative advertising.

Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi's communication strategy is losing efficacy: Nando Pagnoncelli, of Ipsos Public Affairs in Italy, explains why.

And, Pierre Giacometti of Ipsos France advocates for the restoration of political advertising for voters to regain interest in a debate that today appears reserved for the elite.


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