Buttigieg Campaign Press Release - Kicking Off $2 Million Investment in South Carolina, Pete for America Launches First Statewide Radio Ad

Columbia, SC — Today, Pete Buttigieg released his first statewide radio advertisement in South Carolina. This is the beginning of $2 million in media ad buys in the state, building on the campaign's growing momentum and recent staff ramp up.

Pete for America has opened four offices across the state has quickly grown to 40 full-time staff members on the ground to bolster organizing efforts and political engagement.

In the 60-second radio spot, Pete contrasts his military record, including his time serving in Afghanistan as a naval intelligence officer, against the President's reality television career. The ad also highlights Pete's vision for the future, one in which he offers bold solutions while also unifying the country.

Read the full transcript of the ad below:

Here's Democrat Pete Buttigieg:

This country cannot afford four more years of Donald Trump.

We know that he is going to do everything he can to hold onto power. But if you nominate me, his playbook isn't going to work this time around.

I don't have to throw myself a military parade to see what a convoy looks like 'cause I was driving one around Afghanistan right about the time this president was taping Season 7 of The Celebrity Apprentice.

But I didn't just come here to end the era of Donald Trump, I am here to launch the era that must come next.

To do something about gun violence, to tackle systemic racism wherever we find it until your race in this country has no bearing on your health, or your wealth, your life expectancy or your relationship with law enforcement.

An American experience defined not by exclusion, but by belonging.

I am Pete Buttigieg and I approve this message. Paid for by Pete for America