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Election Campaigns: Challenges & Opportunities

Elections
Elites
Political Competition
Campaign
Internet
Communication
PRA183
Laura Jacobs
Universiteit Antwerpen
Emma Turkenburg
Wageningen University and Research Center

Building: B - Novotného lávka, Floor: 3, Room: 319

Tuesday 10:45 - 12:30 CEST (05/09/2023)

Abstract

The panel delves into the dynamics of contemporary election campaigns, addressing challenges and opportunities. Papers explore strategies employed by political actors, including taking clear issue positions, strategic use of social media during campaigns, and employing moral appeals on platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Additionally, the panel sheds light on the influence of election campaigns on an informed electorate.

Title Details
Does ambiguity help or hinder parties during the campaign, and when in office? A survey experiment View Paper Details
Forever Campaigning on Social Media: A Longitudinal Analysis of German Parties & Politicians View Paper Details
Election campaigns and political knowledge about game and substance: Informed, uninformed or misinformed electorate? View Paper Details