Campaign mail is still a critical tool for candidates, but only if it's done strategically and with the right messaging.

To discuss what effective campaign mail looks like in 2026, host David Lombardo checked in with political consultant Trip Yang. He talked about the goals of campaign mail, who to target, the photos that get under the skin of opposing candidates and how he's using artificial intelligence. 

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