politics
Local road events bring politicians in front of rural America
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TL;DR
- Candidates use local, apolitical events to reach diverse crowds.
- These events allow politicians to connect with constituents outside of traditional rallies.
- Targeting popular local events helps candidates spread their message and gain visibility.
- Local events can boost the profiles of lesser-known candidates.