November 8, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SENATE CANDIDATE DODGE
on No on 1's inappropriate campaign advertising

The gay-bashing and xenophobic advertisements run recently by those
against ballot Question 1 should be condemned by all Maine residents.
Campaigners should take into account the effect this sort of publicity has
on the reputation of Maine outside of the state. Do those behind these
sorts of messages not realize that the Internet will spread it nationwide
in seconds? We are a state that is desperate for investment and new
business. This kind of campaigning totally undermines Maine's image—
especially to those looking to invest or to re-locate a business here—and
fights the good economic development work being implemented by the
current Maine administration.

If Charlie Webster is behind the content of these advertisements, he should
step down. The tone of such publicity is detrimental to the good reputation
of the Republican Party and the State of Maine.

For more information:

Contact: press@dodgeforsenate.com Telephone: 207 607 3299

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