Jim Himes: Drug industry supports him with ads.
While members of Congress are home for recess, the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is using a $2.5 million ad campaign to boost the health care records of several potentially vulnerable House Democrats.
Television commercials began running June 27 in six members' home districts and will air for two weeks. Accompanying mailers were also sent to voters.
"On health care there are two sides of the coin. On one side, do nothing. On the other, move forward- like Congressman Jim Himes, who's making real progress on reform," said the voiceover in one targeted television ad. The commercial continues by crediting Himes for expanding coverage for children, veterans, and protecting Medicare.
Freshman Democrat Himes, who represents Connecticut's 4th District, is being targeted by the Republicans in his 2010 re-election bid. The list of candidates currently receiving PhRMA buys in their districts includes:
Ross stands alone in the list as a member whose 2010 prospects are not regarded as potentially competitive, according to CQ Politics. And Hill currently appears less vulnerable than the other Democrats on PhRMA's list.
In a previous campaign, PhRMA targeted Democrats: Bobby N. Bright of Alabama's 2nd; Parker Griffith of Alabama's 5th; Frank Kratovil Jr. of Maryland's 1st; and Tom Perriello of Virginia's 5th.
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