Virginia Gov Race Ad Sparks Outrage, Portrays Gillespie Supporter Trying to Mow Down Kids
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Democratic candidate for Virginia governor Ralph Northam is not distancing himself from a controversial ad suggesting supporters of Republican candidate Ed Gillespie are seen as Confederates who attack minority children.
The ad, titled “American Nightmare,” was released Monday by left-wing Democratic group Latino Victory Fund.
It shows minority children being chased by a driver in a pickup truck, decked out with a Confederate flag, a “Gillespie for governor” bumper sticker, and a “don’t tread on me” license plate.
The ad was taken off the air following yesterday’s terrorist attack in New York, but the group says that’s only “for now.”
Corrie O'Connor
