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Free TV time for candidates? (arguments for free television time for candidates)

By Taylor, Paul
Publication: Campaigns & Elections
Date: Monday, December 1 1997

It is argued that free television time for political candidates is necessary since television advertising accounts for almost 40% of campaign expenses and become a barrier for candidates who are not financially viable. It will help solve the money scandals arising from heavy fundraising for political campaigns and promote substantive political communication instead of the deceptive nature of television advertising. It will require candidates to appear on air and discourage character assassination through increased accountability.

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