Local political strategists discuss campaign ads and upcoming elections

Political strategists Julianne Thompson and Fred Hicks were guests on the April 26, 2022 edition of “Closer Look.” (Johnny Kauffman/WABE)

Julianne Thompson, a Republican strategist and the president of Main Street Network Strategies, says candidates with television ads have a better chance of reaching their audience.

Thompson and Fred Hicks, an Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst, were guests on Tuesday’s edition of “Closer Look.”

They talked with program host Rose Scott about several election-related topics, including the costs and the effectiveness of campaign ads and the first debate of the Republican primary for governor.