The entire story is a dream sequence after the main characters eat some berries if I’m not mistaken. The play happening in the summer months make the storyline a complete midsummer nights dream
I'm not positive, but I think It's the Friar Luarence.
Answer:
Negative campaign advertising
Explanation:
This is process of painting the opponent as a soft criminal, immersed in his self interest, dishonest and corrupt candidate who is going to be a danger to the nation.