Viral Political Campaign Ads of 2010: The Best of the Worst

This year hosted one of the most contentious and spiteful election seasons in recent memory. Thankfully, the vitriol, propaganda and rumor-mongering generated at least one beneficial byproduct: awesomely ridiculous campaign ads. Various spots took the Web by storm, as candidates relied on jingoism, ingrained Southern stereotypes, 'Dracula' and demon sheep to convey their important messages of hope, freedom and the American way. Given the sheer abundance of viral political excrement in 2010, picking a "Best" or "Worst" proves nearly impossible. But, with at least three worthy candidates to the state's name, this has certainly been the year of the Bama-meme. (Or, perhaps, the Alabameme?) So, while you may not have actually won your respective elections, Tim and Dale, you left an indelible mark upon the Web and its snarky, sarcastic denizens. God Bless America, and the Internet, of course.

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