Peter Brown Campaign Releases New Radio Ad, Community Leaders Respond to Locke Attack Ad
October 22, 2009
In
response
to Locke’s attack on Peter Brown several community leaders have
responded, outraged at the Locke campaign’s false assertions. The Peter
Brown for Mayor campaign also today unveiled a new radio ad, "That's
Why," featuring Bishop James Dixon. In "That's Why," Bishop Dixon
challenges Locke's ad and touts Peter Brown's proven record of results
for the community. The ad will begin airing on radio stations on Saturday. You can listen to the ad here: http://bit.ly/ThatsWhyAd
Bishop James Dixon
“Some have suggested that I have received money for supporting Peter Brown for Mayor,” said Bishop James Dixon. “That is a lie. I'm
supporting Peter Brown because he protects our schools and preserves
our neighborhoods. Peter Brown is the only mayoral candidate who has
consistently stood with the African American community. Now, myself and others are standing with him.”
Rep. Alma Allen
State Representative Alma Allen responded as well. “If
Gene Locke is implying that Peter Brown bought his support in the
African American community he needs to check his facts,” said Allen. “I am supporting Peter Brown for mayor because of the deep commitment Peter has to Houston's future. My support is not for sale.”
Pastor James Nash
Pastor James Nash went a step further and called on Locke to apologize for his advertisement. “Peter Brown has proven time and time again that he will be there for Houstonians – all Houstonians,” said Nash. “I call on Gene Locke to apologize to those of us he accused of being bought. Peter Brown's track record of service in Houston speaks for itself.”
Pastor David Punch
Pastor David Punch also called for an apology from Locke. “I am appalled and offended that Gene Locke would make such accusations,” said Punch. “Peter
Brown is a man of integrity, he has been a genuine friend to our
community. We support him because he has been there for us prior to
this race for mayor. Locke should apologize to the ministers supporting Peter for such offensive accusations.”
Although the negative attacks have been flying on the campaign trail for several weeks, Locke’s radio spot - which began airing on Wednesday - is the first piece of negative paid advertising in the race for mayor.
"Our opponents have been going negative on the campaign trail for several weeks while Peter Brown has been offering real solutions to make Houston better – solutions that voters are clearly responding to,” said Brown’s campaign manager Lucinda Guinn. “It’s unfortunate that Gene Locke is taking his negative attacks to the next level. Peter Brown is proud to have the support of community leaders such as Rev. William A. Lawson, Dr. D.Z. Cofield and others who know Peter is working to improve Houston for everyone."
As a successful businessman, Peter Brown has the experience Houston needs in our next mayor. A U.S. Army Veteran born and raised in Houston, Peter built his own small business into a successful national firm. He knows how to make a business thrive, and he knows how to get results. As Mayor, he’ll use those skills to improve our city – protecting our tax dollars with a more effective, efficient and accountable approach to government. He has a Blueprint for an Even Better Houston, with real solutions to reduce crime, improve the quality of life, and attract more businesses and more jobs to Houston. As a City Council Member, Brown saved taxpayers millions by reworking city building plans, cutting government waste, and championing conservation efforts. Brown has the experience and vision to make Houston even better. We need a Mayor who will get results, and Peter Brown is that leader.