Ads Infinitum: Chet Edwards' "Experience"
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A new ad from the Chet Edwards campaign spotlights a recent Dallas Morning News article that revealed his Republican opponent, Bill Flores, failed to repay $7.5 million he received from the federal government to rescue his company from a bankruptcy.
The spot will air in Waco and Bryan/College Station today.
Transcript:
Announcer: Have you heard the news?
The Dallas Morning News has uncovered that former Houston oil executive Bill Flores led his company through a bankruptcy that left taxpayers on the hook for $7.5 million.
The Star Telegram: "Bankruptcy of Flores' company cost taxpayers."
Bill Flores says he'll bring his experience to Congress.
Bankruptcy?
Costing taxpayers millions?
Edwards: "I'm Chet Edwards, and I approve this message."
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