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In response to "Weird political thought. In today's age, why does it really matter WHERE a candidate goes?" by Volnelk

local coverage = raising the candidate's visibility to local voters

Posted by the brain (aka chris) Apr 8 '16, 14:47

even if a voter doesn't attend the rally in XTown, USA, the local papers and the local news stations will be covering the visit

voters in a given state don't want to feel like a given candidacy is ignoring them or taking their vote for granted.

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I get that, but if I'm a candidate and I have a position on an issue that favors you personally, why should it matter where I say that position? -- nm - Volnelk Apr 8, 14:49 9
- There are instances where they meet with people or groups that could make you second guess your support or strengthen it depending on - Krusty Apr 8, 15:01
- I get that a certain amount of it is necessary but I feel we could take a % of what these guys spend jetting all over and pay for quite a bit. -- nm - Volnelk Apr 8, 14:52
- Going and seeing the candidates is an experience. -- nm - Mel Profit Apr 8, 14:51 6
  - Sure. Just seems like such a weird way to lose someone's vote. -- nm - Volnelk Apr 8, 14:53 5
    - not sure of the context of your comment but I think most people who go to a particular politicians rally are - Mel Profit Apr 8, 14:59 4
      - Right. So they wouldn't be a supporter if that candidate DIDN'T come to town? It's preaching to the converted over and over and over. -- nm* - Volnelk Apr 8, 15:00 3
        
        There's a cult of personality thing that happens. It's probably not a good thing but it's what happens. - Mel Profit Apr 8, 15:11
        
        It's about motivating those voters to get out and vote and convince others too as well. When people feel a personal connection they are more - pmb Apr 8, 15:10 1
        
        That makes sense. I just think it's strange overall though I completely acknowledge that it's necessary. -- nm - Volnelk Apr 8, 15:12

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