How do politicians try to win your vote, what tricks do they use during debates, and why is it (or isn’t it) a good idea to ask ChatGPT for voting advice? We can’t give you voting advice either, but our election special does provide context to help you enter the voting booth well-prepared.
How can people regain trust in politics?
The political instability of recent years has eroded voter confidence. But what will it take to restore trust? Erika van Elsas, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Radboud University, gives the answer.
Why you should (not) let AI decide who you vote for
Asking AI for voting advice? Communication scientist Gabi Schaap explains why that is (not) a good idea.
The 3 rudest political television debates
Communication scientist Jonathan van 't Riet researched political rudeness in Dutch television debates from 1981 to 2023. His conclusion: the tone is harsher than ever.
Defending democracy begins with courage
Democracy is under pressure worldwide. Joep van Lit investigated how democracy can be defended – by politicians and citizens alike. He will receive his PhD from Radboud University on 31 October
Debate bingo: what do politicians say to convince you?
What tricks and techniques do they use to make themselves look as good as possible? Bé Breij and Yvette Linders from Peitho, Radboud University's centre of expertise for rhetoric, analyse this.
Recognising (and Challenging) discrimination starts with looking, and daring to doubt
Socioloog en universitair docent Nella Geurts onderzoekt hoe je verschillende vormen van discriminatie kunt herkennen, en wat je als omstander kunt doen.
How the media changed Dutch democracy: from educating to debating
Opinion polls, debates and interviews with ordinary citizens: television, radio and other media are once again going all out for the elections. Many of these new media practices originated between 1945 and 1980, according to Solange Ploeg's thesis.
This is how a politician wins your vote
They are all over the media at election time: politicians vying for your vote. But how do they manage to win people over?