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Where have all the unscripted politicians gone? Experts explore the ‘electorally hazardous’ role of authenticity in Canadian politics

In the age of soundbites, rigid party discipline, and intense media scrutiny, some academics are considering the role of images of authenticity in Canadian politics, and the balance between MPs presenting less polished versions of themselves and the rise of populism.

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BY STEPHEN JEFFERY
July 31, 2023

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In the age of soundbites, rigid party discipline, and intense media scrutiny, some academics are considering the role of images of authenticity in Canadian politics, and the balance between MPs presenting less polished versions of themselves and the rise of populism.

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Where have all the unscripted politicians gone? Experts explore the ‘electorally hazardous’ role of authenticity in Canadian politics

In the age of soundbites, rigid party discipline, and intense media scrutiny, some academics are considering the role of images of authenticity in Canadian politics, and the balance between MPs presenting less polished versions of themselves and the rise of populism.

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