Books by Lynda Lee died April 13 Kaid

In recent years political campaigns in Western democracies have relied increasingly upon television advertising to promote candidates and/or political parties. Campaigns in North America were the first to channel political messages in this way and many European campaigns have been based on the United States models. This comparative analysis highlights the differences and the similarities of campaigns in Western democracies. The various campaign styles, their methods and approaches reflect the unique political and cultural traditions of each country. Written by renowned contributors, the chapters are based on the most recent campaigns in the countries represented.

Examines the differences, as well as the similarities of political advertising among the electoral processes of democracies globally. This book provides an overview and comparative chapters, and addresses the effects of political advertising on the voters and the systems of which it is a part.