My First Ad

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My First Ad

This week I am airing the first television commercial of my campaign for re-election to the United States Senate. You can see the ad here.

As the number of illegal aliens in North Carolina increased, I began to hear very troubling accounts from many constituents and law enforcement officials. Illegal aliens were committing crimes, often repeatedly, such as drunk driving and drug and gang related felonies that have harmed and even killed North Carolinians. I knew this was an aspect of the illegal immigration issue that needed to be tackled urgently. I also knew that our state's law enforcement officials needed the tools to effectively send the message that North Carolina means business when it comes to the enforcement of our laws.

So I traveled throughout North Carolina from the mountains to the coast meeting with sheriffs to discuss what challenges they faced and how we might provide them with additional assistance in the form of tools to identify, apprehend and deport criminal illegal aliens. We agreed on an approach of a partnership between Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the North Carolina Sheriffs' Association. The result is the first and only statewide immigration enforcement plan of its kind in the country. This is the focus of my first commercial that will air across North Carolina.

Folks, it's important to remember that campaigns are about choices between two individuals, and there will be a vigorous debate about my record of combating illegal immigration and that of my opponent, Kay Hagan. Mrs. Hagan has alternatively opposed, criticized and even called for aspects of my plan to be "replaced." But here is the truth, North Carolina needed a clear way to deal with illegal aliens that are committing crimes against people and property. These criminals are not going to stop committing crimes while Washington works out its political differences. So I didn't wait on Washington leadership - Democrat or Republican - and got to work to help find a solution for North Carolina - to help make our streets and communities safer. I think North Carolinians will appreciate that - even if Mrs. Hagan is evidently struggling with the issue.

It's clear to me that just like the pro-amnesty crowd in Washington D.C., Mrs. Hagan just doesn't get it when it comes to the enforcement of our immigration laws.

That's why I need your continued support to help us defend our message in this campaign. My opponent has come out in opposition to my plan to identify, apprehend and deport illegal aliens who have committed crimes in North Carolina. This is a major difference between us. I know that I am on the right side of common sense and the good people of North Carolina on this issue, and we will defend my plan and win the debate on this issue.

Please enjoy a sneak peak of my first television advertisement and let me know what you think.

With heartfelt appreciation,

Elizabeth

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