Political parties don't need the data itself. They can use the advertising platforms and their algorithms for a nominal fee. I mean nominal in the grand scheme

Political parties don't need the data itself. They can use the advertising platforms and their algorithms for a nominal fee. I mean nominal in the grand scheme of controlling the populace through digital graphics and social commentary. That is real and it was applauded when the Obama administration was won. Since then, all politicians leverage algorithms and digital channels to spread their messages.