Ethics lawyers and historians have argued that Donald Trump has blurred the line between his public office and private business interests in an unprecedented fashion.
In another sense, it’s part of a much larger social trend.
Commercial entreaties—whether in the form of magazine ads, radio jingles, or television spots—have long been a part of modern life. But advertising is now encroaching on public space as never before.
Cities and states now grant businesses the right to put their names and logos on parking meters, bridges, fire hydrants—even lifeguard swimsuits. Public parks intended to offer a respite from the travails of daily life now Read More

Source:: Fast Company