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Partisan Super PAC Launches Political Ad in Kentucky Congressional District
AARP Kentucky clarifies it does not endorse candidates, have a political action committee (PAC), or make contributions to political campaigns or candidates.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – (July 26, 2018) In response to a new series of digital advertising released in Kentucky by House Majority PAC, AARP affirms it did not authorize or participate in the production and release of the ads now appearing in the states’ Sixth Congressional District.
“As the mid-term elections approach, AARP is vigilantly monitoring any misuse of its name or logo in any political advertising. AARP did not authorize or participate in the production of the House Majority PAC digital ads,” said Charlotte Whittaker, AARP Kentucky Volunteer State President.
AARP is a nonpartisan organization advising members on issues so that those members can make their own informed decisions on Election Day. AARP did not authorize the ad produced and paid for by House Majority PAC.
AARP has a proud 32-year history of nonpartisan voter engagement providing voters with information on where the candidates stand on issues important to its members and their families, so they can make their own decisions on Election Day. AARP urges all candidates to address voters’ concerns on issues like Medicare, Social Security, prescription drugs, Medicaid, and caregiving.
AARP encourage its members and Americans to sign the pledge at aarp.org/vote, be the difference in this election, and vote.
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