The tenth edition of Political Campaign Communication: Principles and Practices provides a clear and thorough survey of the strategic decisions vital to the success of contemporary political campaigns. The authors draw on a host of examples involving political campaigns at local, statewide, and national levels to illustrate all aspects of campaign communication, from forms of public address to buttons, yard-signs, and billboards, to traditional media and the use of internet and social media platforms. Throughout the volume they draw on communication theories to clearly explain contemporary political campaign practices. Updated to reflect most recent practices and events from the 2020 presidential campaign, the book also considers journalistic practices and ethical considerations of today. Features of the tenth edition: Updates to reflect data on the 2020 election cycle Updated and expanded discussion of social media platforms and practices New art and graphics program to engage students and increase information retention Expanded discussion of the history, practice, and state of journalism today New chapter on local campaigns

The tenth edition of Political Campaign Communication: Principles and Practices provides a clear and thorough survey of the strategic decisions vital to the success of contemporary political campaigns. The authors draw on a host of examples involving political campaigns at local, statewide, and national levels to illustrate all aspects of campaign communication, from forms of public address to buttons, yard-signs, and billboards, to traditional media and the use of internet and social media platforms. Throughout the volume they draw on communication theories to clearly explain contemporary political campaign practices. Updated to reflect most recent practices and events from the 2020 presidential campaign, the book also considers journalistic practices and ethical considerations of today. Features of the tenth edition: Updates to reflect data on the 2020 election cycle Updated and expanded discussion of social media platforms and practices New art and graphics program to engage students and increase information retention Expanded discussion of the history, practice, and state of journalism today New chapter on local campaigns

This diverse and unique collection of essays examines a wide range of communication elements and themes in the context of the 2012 election. Topics include the early campaign and Romney's nomination battle, candidate image, the rhetoric and campaigning of Michelle Obama and Ann Romney, issues of race, persuasive appeals to voters, the use of music and social media, and Obama's second inaugural address. Studies of Communication in the 2012 Presidential Campaign aims not only to expand the contributions and understandings of the various roles of communication in the 2012 presidential election, but also to cultivate a more active, democratic citizenry.