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Ad campaign thanks Perriello for vote on health care

Chris Graham

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An ad and robocall campaign is being launched by Catholics United to thank Fifth District Congressman Tom Perriello for his yes vote on health-care reform.

“By his vote for health care reform, Congressman Perriello has shown that he is fighting for the interests of working Americans, not the interests of corporate lobbyists,” said Chris Korzen, executive director of Catholics United. “We wholeheartedly thank Congressman Perriello for doing what is right for Virginia’s families, and we condemn the violence and intimidation that has apparently been perpetrated by some opponents of health care reform.”

The move by Catholics United comes as a new Gallup poll shows the public is warming to Congress’ decision, despite a wave of threats and attacks against members of Congress who voted for the bill, including Congressman Perriello and his family.

The ad, which will run in heavy rotation on Fox News through April 1, cites several provisions of health-care reform that will honor human life and benefit all Virginians, including prohibitions on denial of care for pre-existing conditions, and support for vulnerable pregnant women.

Similar ads will also be running in the districts of John Boccieri, Chris Carney, and Brad Ellsworth.

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Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to Substack or his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].

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