A Project of the Center for Political Communication & Civic Leadership

"Marie"

Date: November 27, 2007

Ad Buy: Statewide in Iowa

Script:

FRED THOMPSON: I'm Fred Thompson, and I approve this message.

MARIE RAGGHIANTI: Thirty years ago, I discovered my state's governor was selling early release to violent criminals.

(Text on screen: Marie Ragghianti, Former Chair, Tennessee Board of Pardons and Paroles)

When I spoke up, I was threatened and fired. That's when I turned to Fred Thompson.

I was convinced he had the courage to take on my fight. And I was right.

(Text on screen: Ragghianti Bid Against Firing Wins in Court)

The governor went to prison, and I got my life back. Fred is a man of genuine integrity.

ANNOUNCER: Fred Thompson. President.

(Text on screen: Paid For By Friends Of Fred Thompson, Inc.)