Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1998 - U.S. House of Representatives - Gene - Ward - "Why Not Us" 1998-01-01 1998-01-01 Ward, Gene http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 105th (1997-1999) Julian P. Kanter Political Commercials Collection Coldstorage 1: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR, Carl Albert Center Archives, Burton Hall https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/769 P-1586-79963 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Julian%20P.%20Kanter%20Political%20Commercials%20Collection,%201942-2016/United%20States%20House%20of%20Representatives%20Offices%20Campaign%20Ads,%201963-2016/P-1586-79963_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/877755 https://vimeo.com/1069868922 advertising campaigns 1 Video The 1998 Gene Ward presidential campaign ad depicts a series of distressing scenes across Hawaii, showing abandoned beaches, closed businesses, and financially distressed families, all under gloomy skies. Ward is portrayed as a beacon of hope, confidently addressing crowds and promising economic revival, highlighting his leadership as the solution to local struggles. MovingImage Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1998 - U.S. House of Representatives - Gene - Ward - "Why Not Us With Promo Crawl" 1998-01-01 1998-01-01 Ward, Gene http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 105th (1997-1999) Julian P. Kanter Political Commercials Collection Coldstorage 1: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR, Carl Albert Center Archives, Burton Hall https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/769 P-1586-79964 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Julian%20P.%20Kanter%20Political%20Commercials%20Collection,%201942-2016/United%20States%20House%20of%20Representatives%20Offices%20Campaign%20Ads,%201963-2016/P-1586-79964_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/877756 https://vimeo.com/1069869081 advertising campaigns 1 Video The 1998 political TV ad for Republican candidate Gene Ward emphasizes Hawaii's economic decline. Vivid scenes of empty beaches, closed businesses, and distressed locals underscore the stark challenges facing Hawaiians. Ward appears resolved, calling for rejuvenation and addressing supporters against visually poignant backdrops, promulgating a message of hopeful transformation amidst adversity. MovingImage