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A political campaign is a strategic effort by a candidate or party to influence the decision-making process within a specific group, typically voters in an election. It encompasses a wide range of activities, all aimed at reaching specific goals, such as raising public awareness about a candidate’s ideas, garnering support, and ultimately winning an election. Key elements of a campaign include a compelling message, effective organization, strategic communication, and efficient use of resources. Campaigns also employ various advertising^[2] techniques, utilizing both traditional and digital media^[1]. They can vary in scale and intensity, from local elections to presidential campaigns. The evolution of technology^[3] has significantly transformed campaign strategies, enabling faster information dissemination and democratizing access to potential voters.

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1. ↑ digital media. Digital media refers to any form of media that uses electronic devices for distribution. This form of media can be created, viewed, modified, and distributed on digital electronics devices. Digital media encompasses a wide range of items including software, digital images, digital videos, video games, web pages, and websites. It came to prominence with the rise of digital computers which enabled the binary representation of data. Over the years, digital media has evolved, causing significant societal and cultural shifts. It has also impacted various industries such as journalism, publishing, education, and entertainment. Additionally, digital media has given rise to new trends and legal challenges, especially in terms of copyright laws. The consumption of digital media has rapidly increased with growing internet access and the rise of social media platforms.

2. ↑ advertising. Advertising is a form of communication used to inform or persuade an audience, often with the goal of selling a product or service. Its history dates back to ancient civilizations, where Egyptians used papyrus for sales messages, and wall paintings were used in ancient Asia, Africa, and South America for promotional purposes. The medium evolved over time, from print in newspapers to audio-visual and digital mediums, with the rise of mass media and technological advancements. Advertising strategies can vary, aiming to raise awareness or drive sales, and can target different audiences on a local, national, or global scale. Various methods include print, radio, web banners, and television ads, among others. New trends have emerged in the advertising business models, like guerrilla marketing and interactive ads. The role of women in advertising has also been notable, with their insights being valued due to their purchasing power.

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Political campaign (Wikipedia)

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A political campaign is an organized effort which seeks to influence the decision making progress within a specific group. In democracies, political campaigns often refer to electoral campaigns, by which representatives are chosen or referendums are decided. In modern politics, the most high-profile political campaigns are focused on general elections and candidates for head of state or head of government, often a president or prime minister.

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