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Campaign Trend Podcast

Experimentation Makes TV Ads More Effective – David Broockman (UC Berkeley)

Mar 20, 2024
Exploring how experimentation can make TV ads more effective in political campaigns, using data-driven analysis and randomized control trials to optimize ad messages. Discussing the importance of content optimization over targeting for lasting impact, and the influence of AI on political advertising with ethical concerns in the digital era.
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  • Strategic timing enhances TV ad impact in political campaigns.
  • Message content is crucial for effective political ad effectiveness.

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Effectiveness of TV Advertising in Political Campaigns

TV advertising is essential in political campaigns and has been shown to influence voters, especially closer to elections. Studies confirm that TV ads can sway voters, but their effects diminish quickly over time. While TV ads remain costly, targeting them strategically, especially closer to election dates, can maximize their impact.

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