But there are hints that the campaign may be working.

A long campaign does not work to give Americans a deeper understanding of the candidates and issues.

Analysts said the campaign, which began in January, was apparently working.

"The campaign worked, and the result will probably be that a compromise is necessary on the legislation."

The campaign did not work very well, he said.

But officials say they believe that the campaign is working, though slowly.

"Our campaign worked, and people outside government also started raising their voices."

And in some cases, positive campaigns can work just as well or better.

It does sound however as if your campaign is working at company and institution level.

But the low-key campaign may not work in a Republican district.