Legally, radio and television stations must sell ad time to candidates for U.S. President or for Congress, for governor or legislator of a state, or for mayor in cities with populations over 100,000.

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The Communications Act of 1934, as amended, requires broadcast stations to provide "reasonable access" or "equal opportunities" to candidates for federal elective office, but it does not mandate that stations must sell advertising time to candidates for any specific offices such as governor, state legislator, or mayor, regardless of city population size.

Legally, Radio and Television Stations Must Sell Ad Time to Candidates