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Perspective: Midterm money madness

Campaign ad spending has topped $10 billion this election cycle, as voters struggle to afford groceries and gas.

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NPR reports: Campaign ad spending has topped $10 billion this election cycle, as voters struggle to afford groceries and gas.

This politics story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Gregory A and Pool Portland Press Herald.

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United States · Americas
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Gregory A, Pool Portland Press Herald
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