In “Attack Ads Are Good for You,” David Mark looks at negative advertisements about Alan Mollohan in a 2006 West Virginia House race. The advertisements alleged that Mollohan
a. was too liberal for his district.
b. was too conservative for his district.
c. violated federal campaign finance laws.
d. used his public office for private gain.
d. used his public office for private gain.
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