Trump’s 2020 campaign ads were “pure attacks”

How attack ads of Trump’s campaign contributed to political violence

The words and rhetoric of the incumbent President Donald Trump have incited violence throughout his campaigns and presidential term. The 2020 presidential election witnessed an unusual pattern of attack ads.

A typical campaign ad can be categorized into one of the three kinds: promotional, contrast and attack.

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Political Scientist studied and worked at #Georgetown #IowaState #JamesMadison | Research and consultancy to advance knowledge and practice