Question of the Week: Did midterm election attack ads sway your vote?

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Nov. 3 brought a merciful end to nonstop political attack ads by candidates and political action committees in the run-up to Election Day. They unfold predictably: tear down the opponent with the most unflattering photos or videos accompanied by an ominous voice or statement proclaiming the candidate is too extreme for Arizona, or the state can’t take four more years. Do attack ads work or do they just make you mad and more determined to vote for the candidate being attacked? Would you rather see ads featuring candidates touting their qualifications and what they plan to do if elected?

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