Why are there so many political ads? [Video]

ATLANTA — Are you sick of seeing so many political ads? You’re likely bombarded with them everywhere you go, from the internet, radio, and TV. 

But is there anything that can be done? Can’t your favorite local network refuse to air those annoying things? The answer is not really.

And since Georgia is a critical battleground state, you’ll likely see even more political advertising as we inch toward November.

There are Federal rules governing political advertising

While most advertising is governed by rules and regulations tied to the Federal Communications Commission and the Federal Trade Commission, political advertising — and particularly political ads placed by a candidate’s campaign within 45 days of a primary election or 60 days of a general or special election — has an entirely different playing field to work with. 

According to the FCC, a person who has publicly announced his or …