While Sinclair Broadcast Group's anticipated first quarter political take "more than exceeded our expectations," president and CEO David Smith said Wednesday this year's unpredictable election season could have surprise benefits for local TV, too. "This could go well for us," Smith said during Sinclair's earnings report for the three months ending March 31, during which Sinclair earned $24.4 million in political ad money. Diana Marszalek has the story.