The Republican Governors Association is the first organization out of the gate to launch a media buy after the Vermont primary.
The TV ad posted on YouTube promotes Phil Scott, the GOP winner in Tuesday’s primary. Scott beat his rival, Bruce Lisman, by 20 points.
RGA Communications Director Jon Thompson said in a statement that “Phil Scott has a proven record of working with leaders in all parties to make Vermont better for everyone.”
Thompson declined to disclose how much the RGA is spending on the ad.
“It’s a significant buy,” Thompson said by email. “We don’t usually comment on exactly how much we are spending or plan to spend since that’s a part of our strategy. Same for budgeting, that’s not something we comment publicly on since it’s a part of our strategy. I can say that we see Phil Scott as an extremely strong candidate and the Vermont governor’s race as a prime opportunity for pick-up.”
It is not known at this time where the ad will air.
Thompson says the RGA is investing in 12 gubernatorial races this year.
“The RGA has made direct contributions, run TV advertisements or made significant investments in multiple states, including North Carolina, Indiana, West Virginia, Missouri, Montana and New Hampshire,” Thompson said.
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Phil Scott — He’s working hard to make Vermont better for everyone by working hand-in-hand with leaders of all parties
As governor, Phil Scott will restore trust in state government, bring new jobs to Vermont, and focus on solving problems, not playing politics
Vermont has some challenges, but when we work together, we can do great things
Phil Scott for governor
He’ll put Vermont back on the right track for everyone.
