Why Does Negative Campaigning Undermine Democracy

question 58

Multiple Choice

Why does negative campaigning undermine democracy?

• A)Such campaigning means some elections are decided on the basis of inaccurate charges.
• B)Discussions of public policy are discouraged as candidates throw mud.
• C)Many good people may decide not to enter political life.
• D)Negative campaigning disheartens citizens, contributing to many deciding not to vote.
• E)All of these are reasons negative campaigning undermines democracy.

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