The ad features Arthur calling her daughter a liar regarding her childhood, though legal documents and a 1978 indictment obtained by National Review support Acton's claims of sexual abuse by her stepfather. Acton's campaign responded with a video featuring her brother recounting that abuse, while data from polling firm Dynata shows the Republican ad was tested by asking respondents if the abuse occurred before playing the footage.
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Vivek Ramaswamy Confirms His Campaign Ran Amy Acton Attack Ad
US Politics2 hours ago
The Republican candidate for governor of Ohio admitted during a press event that his staff produced the video featuring Donna Arthur, the estranged mother of Democrat Amy Acton. Vivek Ramaswamy told reporters in Columbus that his campaign ran the attack ad but claimed Arthur was not paid for her appearance. Ramaswamy stated the race should focus on substantive issues, accusing Acton of avoiding debates and hiding from the electorate.
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