MADISON - The Republican Party of Wisconsin has placed ads in several state newspapers seeking individuals willing to be the Democratic nominee for Wisconsin Governor.

“Not just anybody is going to want to defend what the Democrats have done to the economy and tax climate in our state,” said Mark Jefferson, Executive Director of the Republican Party of Wisconsin.  “Finding someone willing to continue the destructive policies of Jim Doyle requires casting a wide net.”

The ad states:  “Wanted:  Individual willing run as the Democratic Nominee for Governor of Wisconsin. Must be willing to defend tax hikes, eroding business climate, and higher vehicle insurance rates. No experience necessary, but willingness to take direction from WEAC and trial lawyers a must. Deep pockets of personal wealth a plus. Call Mike at 255-5172. Paid for by the Republican Party of Wisconsin, Cathy Stepp, Treasurer.”

“Running for elected office can be a difficult challenge, and we wanted potential Democratic candidates to know exactly what was expected of them,” Jefferson said.  “It’s best to go into such a campaign with your eyes open.”

With strong Republican candidates aggressively reaching out to voters with a positive message of economic growth and opportunity, Jefferson said Democrats will have a very difficult time defending their abysmal record of higher taxes and job killing regulations.  However, he said for the two-party system to work, someone will have to do it.

Cities where the ads have run or are scheduled to run include Green Bay, Wausau, Madison, Wisconsin Rapids, Platteville and Racine.

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Note:  Scanned copy of ad that appeared in the Wisconsin State Journal can be found by clicking here.