Ads that typically attack a candidate but allow the sponsor to avoid disclosure and contribution limitations because the ads do not use electioneering language such as "vote for" or "vote against" are classified as __________.

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Ads that attack a candidate but do not explicitly advocate for or against their election or defeat are classified as issue advocacy. These ads can be funded with unlimited and undisclosed donations, avoiding contribution and disclosure limitations. This is a common tactic used by Super PACs and other independent groups to influence elections without directly supporting a specific candidate.

Ads That Typically Attack a Candidate but Allow the Sponsor