February 28, 2006

House Race Hotline Update: Ad Surfing In San Diego

From House Race Hotline:

In the 16-candidate GOP field for the CA 50 special, it's a tale of rich outsiders versus experienced insiders. But it's the obscure no-names who are quickly getting their names out through extensive and expensive ad blitzes.

One of the latest entries in the race, Eric Roach, is a high-tech businessman who has recently blanketed San Diego airwaves with two TV ads. He already surpassed millionaire businessman Alan Uke, who tossed money into an early TV buy. Richard Earnest, who's largely self-financing, also announced a costly TV/radio buy today.

Despite holding their firepower until later, the politically experienced candidates are seen as the favorites. Ex-Rep. Brian Bilbray is touting his anti-immigration bona fides -- a potent issue in the district. State Sen. Bill Morrow and Howard Kaloogian have credibility with movement conservatives. And with the cap on individual donations raised (because of all the well-financed GOPers) Dems are hoping Francine Busby can add to her already sizable warchest in preparation for a runoff. Money means a lot, especially in a special election. But political connections may matter most.
[JOSH KRAUSHAAR]

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