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With less than a week before election day, political robocalls and text messages are reaching new heights, bombarding voters with campaign updates, reminders, and voting appeals. Even individuals who have registered on the national “Do Not Call” list are not immune to this flood of calls, sparking questions about how and why these communications persist. According to Teresa Murray, a consumer watchdog with the Public Interest Research Group, the reason lies in the fine print of agreements most people unknowingly consent to, often through interactions with campaign websites, social media platforms, or even third-party companies.
