LITTLE ROCK (AP) - Gov. Mike Beebe says
a conservative group is "trashing" Arkansas by airing a television ad
that claims high taxes and government debt are driving people out of the
state.
Beebe on Tuesday criticized
the television spots being aired by Americans for Prosperity and
accused the group of misleading voters on the state's accomplishments.
The Democratic governor told reporters he believes the ads are insulting
the state more than his policies.
The 30-second television ad
says that many are leaving the state to seek opportunities elsewhere
because of a high cost of living. The spot doesn't mention Beebe or any
legislative candidates.
AFP's state director said
the ad began airing over the weekend as part of a $175,000 buy in the
1st, 2nd and 4th congressional districts.
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