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An increasingly popular way for political campaigns to connect to voters is through text messaging. And while you may find them annoying — they're probably working. Plus, Kansas Democrats are hoping to flip enough seats in the state Legislature to get rid of the Republican supermajority.

Missouri political reporter Jason Rosenbaum shares his frustrations with getting bombarded with political text messages this election season.

Voters across the country reported getting text messages directing them to vote at incorrect polling locations. A progressive political organization said the errors were unintentional, but experts warn the mistake could affect voter turnout on Election Day.

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act, which was enacted in 1991, generally prohibits unsolicited, automated telemarketing calls.