How did the shift to primarily virtual conventions due to the pandemic impact both the DNC and RNC? Did the campaigns get the “bump” that conventions typically provide? Finally, are nominating conventions still relevant given that the candidate has already been decided (regardless of a pandemic)? Your response should be supported by at least three sources (see assignment guidelines for details) and offer examples from both the RNC and DNC.
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Comedy & Politics – Tuesday, October 20th (Blog #9 A)
How are the presidential candidates being presented on comedy programs? What impact do you think satirical shows and late night hosts are ha...
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Imagine you are a debate coach hired by either the Trump or Biden campaign (use your candidate for the Election Eve Projects). What debate s...
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Our next class meeting will be a debrief on the 2020 campaign, so I want you to offer your take on the following topics. First, what forms o...
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What impact do polls have on political campaigns? How would you assess the role that polls (and poll aggregating organizations like FiveThir...