Politics & Celebrity - October 28th

How important is a candidate’s family when it comes to shaping a candidate’s public image? What role should political spouses play both on the campaign trail and in the White House today?

Comedy & Politics - October 21st

List two positive and two negative consequences of political satire/comedy shows. If you were a campaign consultant, would you recommend that your candidate appear on one of these shows? Explain your response. Use the readings assigned for this week to support your arguments.

Talking Politics - October 14th

How has the 24-7 news cycle impacted political communication? List at least two positives and two negatives of the constant coverage of politics. Use examples to support your answer. For readings, refer to at least one reading from this week and one of the class readings from earlier this semester.

Debates - October 7th

Campaign strategists often coach their candidates by using video from past debates. Offer three historical examples that show candidates what they should, or should not, do in a debate. At least one example must be positive (behavior to emulate) and one must be negative (things to be avoided). For readings, refer to Trent Ch. 8 and one of the class readings from earlier this semester.