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The subtle – and not-so-subtle – art of political communication

The subtle – and not-so-subtle – art of political communication

Update: 2020-09-01

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As the election season cranks up again, politicians’ sales pitches to voters are being carefully crafted. And political leaders are busy trying to convince you of their leadership qualities through subtle and not-so-subtle means. Professor Claire Robinson researches political communication and joins the show to tell us what she’s spotting. Adam and Eugene reminisce about an awkward political moment from the past.

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The subtle – and not-so-subtle – art of political communication

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