So, whose advertising won the election?
I almost forgot. There’s a national election here in the UK this Thursday. That’s how busy I’ve been.
Most of the ads I’ve seen have been online. That’s made me wonder: did the “posters” actually appear on the hoardings? Or were they just scams? After all, there’s been a lot of DIY advertising, usually satirical. The cynics have been having a merry time Photoshopping pictures of the candidates.
The result has been a cacophony, with no one ad or message standing out, as has happened in previous elections.
This negative ad had a positive effect on me
There’ve been some very strong, mostly negative, posters, like the ones for the Conservatives knocking Labour’s record. They’ve actually had a positive effect in reminding me who not to vote for.
If you’re undecided on the candidates, you might want to look at Benedict Pringle’s excellent political advertising blog. You’ll find a huge collection of ads and PPBs there that might help you make up your mind.
Whoever wins this election, let’s hope we get a good government. Because we’re certainly going to need one.
I was going to vote for the Flying Spaghetti Monster. But then I remembered that Church has no right messing with State. Oh, its all so complicated.
Al, pleased to know you care about democracy and the future of this country.