Absence of political advertising in Arkansas

The lack of high-profile elections in the state is being felt at local television stations and marketing firms. From the Outtakes section of this week's Arkansas Business:

"In a year with competitive statewide elections for governor, senate and president, the Natural State can expect between $20 million and $25 million in political advertising -- this year, I'd be surprised if we see $2 million or $3 million," said Bill Paschall, head of Paschall Strategic Communications in Little Rock.