5 Video Trends Shaping the 2012 Election Campaign

Campaign documentaries. Rapid rebuttal. Obama Boy. Whether they're being created by voters or candidates, SuperPACs or celebs, online videos are part of the fabric of presidential politics.

In 2008, they played a pivotal role for each candidate, and 2012 is proving to be no different. As the election heats up this summer, here are five key video trends from all corners of the political map to keep an eye on.

1. People-Powered Skits, Parodies and Impersonations

Its not just SNL putting the funny into politics. The speed with which online comedians upload their own parodies and political impersonations means a campaign ad can morph into a people-powered meme in a matter o…
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