ABC NEWS (USA): Manchester attack transforms Britain's election campaign

Robert Ford

Politics

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History suggests the tragedy should further bolster May. Violent attacks usually produce a "rally-round-the-flag effect" that boosts support for government and state institutions, Manchester University political science Professor Rob Ford said.

Period	28 May 2017

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Title	Manchester attack transforms Britain's election campaign
Media name/outlet	ABC News
Media type	Web
Country/Territory	United States
Date	28/05/17
Description	History suggests the tragedy should further bolster May. Violent attacks usually produce a "rally-round-the-flag effect" that boosts support for government and state institutions, Manchester University political science Professor Rob Ford said.
URL	abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/manchester-attack-transforms-britains-election-campaign-47691315
Persons	Robert Ford

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politics
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Manchester attack