Master 11515 Tape 1 CAMPAIGN 88: PRIME TIME PRESIDENT - Documentary on the history of Presidental Campaingns and the part that the media plays in American politics. 1988 Presidential Campaign
DO NOT USE Stills from Clip of REPUBLICAN PARTY campaign ad from 1988, a montage of scenes from JIMMY CARTER era [gas lines, arrogant Arab Shieks, etc.], which, while not mentioning the candidates, clearly advocates that the REPUBLICANS are solely responsible for "seven years of Jobs, Peace, and Economic Growth".
Shot of Roger Ailes, BUSH media advisor, says that advertising is basically defensive, the day-to-day news reports do more to sway and influence voters.