Election cycles continue to be a significant driver of growth for broadcast and digital advertising. Political spending remains one of the most competitive and fast-moving categories, with local media playing a critical role in helping campaigns reach, persuade, and mobilize voters.

As political strategies evolve, broadcast sellers must be prepared to capture these dollars across both linear and digital channels. From OTT/CTV and digital display to social and email, advertisers are prioritizing tactics that deliver reach, precision, and measurable results.

We’ve put together this infographic to illustrate political advertising dollars, voter media preferences, and the opportunities available to local broadcasters today.

We’ve put together this infographic to illustrate political advertising dollars, voter media preferences, and the opportunities available to local broadcasters today.

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The Political Ad Revenue Pie
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2022 Midterm Election Races
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The Most Competitive Races_
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Registered Voter Listening Habits
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