Durn... effective not affective in last post. I hate it when I do that.

Yes Animaterra. For a couple of decades I've deplored the politcal marketing machines in the US. Wondered if the politicians themselves realised what a bad light it could cast them in.

Back to the marketing for children, I despise it as exploitation of children. They have no defence against it, unless they happen to be fortunate enough to have parents who monitor and explain what is happening.

Wish all schools primary and secondary everywhere would incorporate in every year group (grade) regular lessons on recognising marketing and influencing technique and how it makes people behave.

As if any government would permit that to happen... I can dream can't I?