Truth in Advertising?

Explore the intricate dynamics of political advertising in Barbara Allen's insightful book, Truth in Advertising?, published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc in 2021. This comprehensive study delves into the U.S. 2008 general elections, revealing the connections between misleading ad claims and the negative impacts they have on voter cognition. With 475 pages of in-depth analysis, Allen uncovers how sound and visual distortions can shape voter knowledge and behavior. In an era increasingly defined by post-factual democracies, this book highlights a troubling trend: as voters know less, they are voting more. Truth in Advertising? is essential reading for anyone interested in political science and the effects of advertising on democracy.