2008 Presidential Campaign Blog

Romney For President Launches New Television Ad, "Energy"

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES NEW TELEVISION AD, "ENERGY"

Romney For President To Begin Airing Ads In South Carolina

Boston, MA – Today, Romney for President launched its newest television ad, "Energy."  The ad highlights Governor Romney's leadership in turning around numerous companies, the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  The ad will begin airing as part of the campaign's rotation today in Iowa and New Hampshire.  Script and viewing links are below.

Romney for President will also be expanding its television advertising to South Carolina.  Over the next two weeks, Romney for President will begin airing "Energy" and "Leadership" throughout South Carolina.

Script For "Energy" (TV:30):

ANN ROMNEY:  "Every place that Mitt has gone, he has solved problems that people said were nearly impossible."

ANNOUNCER:  "Mitt Romney, the innovator who created and revolutionized American businesses, turned around major companies.

"Took on the bankrupt Olympics and turned them around.

"The Republican Governor who stood up and cut spending instead of raising taxes.

"And turned around our most Democratic state.

"Leadership to turn around Washington."

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY: "I'm Mitt Romney and I approved this message."

Romney For President Launches New Television Ad, "Leadership"

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES NEW TELEVISION AD, "LEADERSHIP"

Boston, MA – Today, Romney for President launched its newest television ad, "Leadership."  The ad highlights Governor Romney's leadership in turning around the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics, numerous companies and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  With his proven experience running businesses and institutions, Governor Romney will bring his energy to changing Washington.

The ad will begin airing as part of the campaign's rotation today in Iowa and New Hampshire.  Script and viewing links are below.

Script For "Leadership" (TV:30):

ANNOUNCER:  "An Olympics hit by scandal and deficits, he rescued them.

"He turned around dozens of companies and became a business legend.

"A state losing jobs, with huge deficits, Governor Mitt Romney turned it around – cutting spending, instead of raising taxes.

"At every step, he's met extraordinary challenges.  Mitt Romney – the energy and experience to turn around Washington."

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY:  "I'm Mitt Romney and I approved this message."

Biden Campaign Debuts First TV Ads In Iowa

BIDEN CAMPAIGN DEBUTS FIRST TV ADS IN IOWA

Des Moines, IA (August 19, 2007) -- This morning, the Biden Campaign launched its first television ads, a 30-second ad entitled “Cathedral”, which debuted during the debate on ABC and a 60-second ad, entitled “Security”, which will begin airing today on all major networks in Iowa. 

In “Cathedral”, Sen. Biden recounts a story from one of his seven trips to Iraq, during which he found himself on a C-130 transport plane with a flag-draped coffin. Sen. Biden describes the sacred commitment he felt to our troops during that moment. That moment manifested itself in Sen. Biden’s successful effort in Congress earlier this year to secure funding for new mine resistant vehicles for our troops in Iraq.

In “Security”, Sen. Biden lays out the case for why his leadership qualities and life experiences prepare him to be Commander-In-Chief and President of the United States. The current campaign is scheduled to run through Labor Day weekend at a cost of approximately a quarter of a million dollars.

Romney For President Launches New Iowa Television Ad, "Thanks Iowa"

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES NEW IOWA TELEVISION AD, "THANKS IOWA"

Boston, MA – Today, Romney for President launched its newest television ad, "Thanks Iowa."  The ad features Governor Romney's call for change in Washington on Saturday at the Iowa Republican Straw Poll in Ames.  Governor Romney won the Straw Poll with 4,516 (31.5 percent) votes.  The first step toward bringing change to Washington began on Saturday in Iowa.

The ad will begin airing as part of the campaign's rotation today in Iowa.  Script and viewing link are below.

Script For "Thanks Iowa" (TV:30):

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY:  "If there's ever been a time that we needed to see change in Washington, it's now.

"First of all, I want to strengthen our military and then strengthen our economy and strengthen our families.

"I will secure our border, and amnesty will not work.

"I want to strengthen marriage…

"Keep our taxes down, keep government small…

"And keep America always the hope of the Earth…

"Change begins in Iowa and change begins today.

"Thank you so very much!

"I'm Mitt Romney and I approved this message."

To view "Thanks Iowa," please see:  http://mitt-tv.mittromney.com/?showid=307227

Governor Bill Richardson Highlights Experience And Record Of Creating Jobs In Two New TV Ads

Governor Bill Richardson Highlights Experience and Record of Creating Jobs in Two New TV Ads

"Focused" ad details Richardson's economic successes in New Mexico, Fourth "Job Interview" continues to demonstrate that Richardson is the most experienced candidate to become President

DES MOINES, IA -- Governor Bill Richardson today launched two new television ads in Iowa. The first ad "Focused" showcases his record of achievement creating jobs and building economic momentum in his home state of New Mexico and explaining how he will do it nationally as President. The second ad is the fourth in the unique "Job Interview" commercial series. The new ads come two days before Governor Richardson will formally unveil his plan on jobs and the economy during a major speech in Cedar Rapids, IA.

"Bill Richardson's success in New Mexico is well documented. He has the experience creating new, high-wage jobs, expanding existing industries, supporting R&D and start-up businesses, and building a growing, vibrant economy," said Richardson campaign manager Dave Contarino. "The Governor also has a proven record of fiscal responsibility, balancing five budgets, while cutting taxes and investing in jobs, health care and education. Others talk about it, he's done it."

Governor Richardson's fourth "Job Interview" commercial emphasizes the message that he is the only Democratic Presidential candidate with executive experience and is most prepared on day one to start the necessary work to get our country back on track. The ad touches on a number of the Governor's achievements as Governor of New Mexico, including his record of helping create jobs, balancing budgets and investing in education.

In the last five years, Governor Richardson has created over 80,000 new jobs. New Mexico's unemployment is at its lowest in history. His vision, his ideas, and his leadership have been integral in each of these steps and have paved the way for what is being called the "New Mexico Comeback".

Governor Richardson passed a permanent rural jobs tax credit to spur employment and economic growth in rural New Mexico. And while making New Mexico the clean energy state, Governor Richardson focused on the development of renewable energy initiatives involving wind, solar and biomass to help reduce dependence on fossil fuels and help the fight against global climate change while simultaneously creating jobs.

"For several years now, the leadership of our country has lost its focus on what is important," Contarino said. "People have lost their jobs, either due to a floundering economy or the outsourcing of jobs. Governor Richardson has retained and created quality jobs in New Mexico, when he's President he will do the same for the country."

The commercials were produced by Steve Murphy and Mark Putnam of Murphy Putnam Media in Alexandria, Virginia. In recent months, Richardson's message has spread and support has grown among Iowans. According to an American Research Group poll conducted in late July, Governor Richardson is now in the double digits in Iowa and within two points of Barack Obama among likely caucus-goers.

Clinton Campaign To Begin Airing First Television Ad In Iowa

CLINTON CAMPAIGN TO BEGIN AIRING FIRST TELEVISION AD IN IOWA Former Governor Vilsack Unveils Ad to Begin Airing Tomorrow

DES MOINES, IA - Former Governor Tom Vilsack today released the first television advertisement for Senator Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign.  The ad, titled "Invisible," is scheduled to begin airing tomorrow in television markets across Iowa.

"Too many Americans - middle class families - families without health care and child care - returning veterans - have been invisible to this President and this government," Vilsack said as he unveiled the new Clinton ad at a news conference in Des Moines.

"That will change when Hillary Clinton becomes President," Vilsack continued.  "She has a lifelong record helping Americans who have been ignored, and she has the experience and the strength to bring the change we need in Iowa and all across the nation."

To view the ad, please visit www.hillaryhub.com.  Below is the text of the new Clinton television ad:

"Invisible"

HRC: As I travel around America, I hear from so many people who feel like they're just invisible to their government

VO: Hillary Clinton has spent her life standing up for people others don't see

HRC: You know, if you're a family that is struggling, and you don't have health care well you are invisible to this President

HRC: If you're a single mom trying to find affordable child care so you can go to work, well you're invisible too

HRC: And I never thought I would see that our soldiers who serve in Iraq and Afghanistan would be treated as though they were invisible as well

HRC: Americans from all walks of life across our country may be invisible to this President, but they're not invisible to me and they won't be invisible to the next President of the United States

HRC: I'm Hillary Clinton and I approve this message.

Obama Campaign Begins Airing New Television Ad in Iowa "What If?"

Obama Campaign Begins Airing New Television Ad in Iowa “What If?” 

DES MOINES – The Obama campaign today announced it will continue to supplement its aggressive grassroots outreach operation in Iowa by running a new television advertisement called “What If?” that discusses the biography and record of Barack Obama and highlights his ability to inspire hope and to unite America.   

The television ad presents hypothetical question “What If?” and challenges Iowans to join Obama in his belief that the American people will be better served by a politics of hope instead of fear, a politics of unity instead of division.  The ad recounts Senator Obama’s success in bringing people together to solve important challenges.  The 60-second ad will run on broadcast and cable outlets across Iowa beginning today.   

“All over the state, Iowans are responding to Senator Obama’s vision for bringing Americans to build a movement to change Washington,” said Obama’s Iowa Communications Director Josh Earnest.  “By learning how Obama has successfully dedicated his life to these values, Iowa voters will better understand that Obama’s vision for bringing the country together to solve important problems is not just campaign rhetoric, but the cause of his life.” 

Yesterday, the Obama for America campaign announced a contest called “Grilling with Barack” that will give Senator Obama the opportunity to have dinner with 10 Iowans on August 18, the day before the ABC debate at Drake University.  Iowans will submit questions they’d like to ask Obama online at Iowa.BarackObama.com to be chosen for the event.   

Obama “What If” :60 for TV 

VISUAL  VOICE

The Obama Story: Inspiring Hope
OBAMA: I’m Barack Obama and I approve this message.

What if?
ANNCR V/O: What if?
ANNCR V/O: What if there was hope…instead of fear? Unity…instead of division? What if we had a President who believes that we are one nation?
OBAMA: There is not a liberal America and a conservative America — there is the United States of America. Thank you.
ANNCR V/O: Barack Obama.

Grassroots organizer
Helped devastated communities
ANNCR V/O: An organizer who helped communities devastated by plant closings.

State legislator
Worked across party lines
ANNCR V/O: A state legislator who brought Republicans and Democrats together.

State legislator
Won healthcare for 150,000
ANNCR V/O: Who won healthcare for 150,000 people.

Courageous leader
Opposed war before it began
ANNCR V/O: A leader with the judgment to oppose the Iraq war before it began.

U.S. Senator
Reined in lobbyists
ANNCR V/O: A Senator who championed reforms to rein in the power of lobbyists.
ANNCR V/O: What if we could restore America’s place in the world…and people’s faith in our government?

Join us.
Obama ‘08
BarackObama.com
APPROVED BY BARACK OBAMA AND PAID FOR BY OBAMA FOR AMERICA
OBAMA: We are one people, all of us pledging allegiance to the stars and stripes, all of us defending the United States of America.

Romney For President Launches New Iowa Television Ad, "Change Begins"

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES NEW IOWA TELEVISION AD, "CHANGE BEGINS"

Boston, MA – Today, Romney for President launched its newest television ad, "Change Begins."  The ad features Governor Romney talking directly to the people of Iowa about the need to attend the Republican Straw Poll in Ames and register their support for his message of conservative change in Washington.  Change in America begins in Ames, Iowa, on August 11th.   

The ad will begin airing as part of the campaign's rotation today in Iowa.  Script and viewing link are below.

Script For "Change Begins" (TV:30):

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY:  "Thousands of miles across Iowa for the Romney family, and the next miles take us to Ames for the Republican Straw Poll, Saturday the 11th.

"I hope you'll join us to send a message to Washington.

"Washington politicians in both parties have proven they can't control spending, and they won't control our borders.

"I will, but I need your help to do it.

"So come on to Ames.  After all, changing America always starts in Iowa.

"I'm Mitt Romney and I approved this message."

New Mitt Romney TV Ad "Secure"

Romney for President, Inc.
“Secure”:30 TV

The script:

Mitt Romney (VO): We should secure our border.

We should put in place an employment verification system.

And then when an employer is thinking of hiring someone the federal database immediately tells them whether they’re available to be working or not.

If they’re not you can’t hire them.

People that are here illegally are going to have to get in line with everybody else with no special pathway to becoming citizens

Legal immigration is great, but illegal immigration that we’ve got to end.

Thank you, and Amnesty is not the way to do it.

Mitt Romney (VO): I’m Mitt Romney and I approved this message.

Richardson Campaign Outlines Bold Energy Plan In New TV Ad

Richardson Campaign Outlines Bold Energy Plan in New TV Ad. With Richardson rising in polls, campaign advertises plan that Sierra Club has called "much more aggressive"

SANTA FE, NM -- Governor Bill Richardson's campaign unveiled a new ad in Iowa today, emphasizing Governor Richardson's call for a New Energy Revolution.

In the ad, Governor Richardson details his plan for clean energy, which the Sierra Club has called "much more aggressive" than any other candidates' plan. 

"Bill Richardson not only has the best clean energy plan, he has a proven record of experience and achievement as Governor of New Mexico and Secretary of Energy," said campaign manager Dave Contarino. "He has made New Mexico the Clean Energy state with aggressive, effective policies and as President, he will do the same for America."

Governor Richardson encourages people to visit his website, www.richardsonforpresident.com, to learn more about his plan to reduce demand for oil, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and raise mileage standards.

"As Iowans learn about Governor Richardson's plans for clean energy and his record as Governor of New Mexico and Secretary of Energy, we are confident we will continue our steady, upward climb," said Contarino. "The latest polls show our campaign continuing to gain support in Iowa and across the country."

“Web Energy”
RICHARDSON FOR PRESIDENT 

SCRIPT
"I’m Bill Richardson … and on clean energy, a thirty second TV ad isn’t
enough time.

But my website can show you why the Sierra Club called my plan “much more
aggressive.”

In twelve years, I’d lower demand for oil by fifty percent.
Raise mileage standards to fifty miles per gallon.
And by 2040, reduce greenhouse gases by 80 percent.

I approved this message because it won’t be easy, but we’ve relied on foreign oil
and paid too much for gas long enough."