In a recent gubernatorial campaign, a television ad targeting the Democratic candidate claimed the candidate was "a soft-on-crime liberal who wants to reduce funding for the police and stop enforcing drug laws." Which type of speech most closely resembles this advertisement?

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This advertisement is an example of political speech, which is protected under the First Amendment. It is common for political campaigns to attack their opponents by framing their policies in a negative light, such as accusing them of being "soft on crime."

In a Recent Gubernatorial Campaign, a Television Ad Targeting the Democratic