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NEW AD: Hinojosa Releases Data Center Ad Targeting Rural Markets - Gina Hinojosa for Texas Governor
Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic nominee for Texas Governor, launched a new campaign ad called "Abbott Intelligence" that is now airing on cable channels in Lubbock and other rural markets across Texas.
The ad is part of a six-figure media buy and specifically questions Governor Abbott's record regarding data centers. Abbott previously accepted over $20 million in campaign contributions from donors with major stakes in these centers. He also spent recent months actively branding Texas as the "epicenter" of AI development, championing the industry his policies had attracted.
Hinojosa's campaign now highlights what it calls Abbott's recent change in position, suggesting he flip-flopped on data centers for political points. For Lubbock residents, particularly those in neighborhoods like Tech Terrace or out by the South Plains Mall, this means seeing a direct challenge to the current governor's economic and policy decisions. The commercial directly questions the consistency of his approach to a significant, growing industry.
The ad's message implies that Abbott's shift on data centers was motivated by political aims rather than a consistent economic strategy for the state.
Common questions
What is Gina Hinojosa's new ad, 'Abbott Intelligence,' about?
- Gina Hinojosa's new ad, 'Abbott Intelligence,' questions Governor Abbott's record on data centers. It highlights his past campaign contributions from data center stakeholders and his shifting stance on the industry in Texas.
Where is Gina Hinojosa's new campaign ad airing in Texas?
- Gina Hinojosa's new campaign ad is airing on cable channels in Lubbock and other rural markets across Texas. This targeted commercial brings a key statewide political debate directly to South Plains voters.
Why is Governor Abbott's data center record being questioned?
- Governor Abbott's data center record is being questioned because he accepted over $20 million in campaign contributions from data center donors. He also recently branded Texas as an "epicenter" for AI development, which Hinojosa's campaign suggests is a change in position.
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