Christie ads emphasize his role in Sandy relief, Buono says true heroes are survivors
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Erica Bryant is the current homeowner of which the mural is painted on. (Nathaniel Hamilton/For NewsWorks)
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“We the Youth” was originally created in 1987 and is the only intact Keith Haring mural in its original location. (Nathaniel Hamilton/For NewsWorks)
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Jane Golden, Executive Director of The City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, celebrates the reopening with Julie Gruen, Executive Director of The Keith Haring Foundation. (Nathaniel Hamilton/For NewsWorks)
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The Mural Arts Program restored a mural by iconic pop artist Keith Haring on the corner of 22nd and Ellsworth Streets. (Nathaniel Hamilton/For NewsWorks)
The gubernatorial election in New Jersey is now less than a week away. Governor Christie’s latest campaign ad focuses on his response to Hurricane Sandy.
In the 30-second spot that will air through Election Day, Christie speaks of meeting victims right after the storm. “People wanted me to tell them that it was going to be okay and that I wouldn’t forget them,” he says in the ad.
Seton Hall political science professor Matthew Hale says the Sandy response ad is a good tactical move by the Christie campaign.
“Voters will remember that they were really proud of their governor, and that goes across the ideological spectrum. They might not agree with his policies, but they certainly agree with the way he conducted himself and the leadership he showed after that,” said Hale.
Democratic candidate Barbara Buono’s campaign says Christie is portraying himself as some sort of white knight, when the true heroes are the Sandy survivors who are committed to rebuilding the shore despite being overwhelmed by red tape.
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