Kerry Showcases Political Figures in Ads

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Television commercials that include endorsements from high-profile supporters have become almost a staple of John Kerry's presidential campaign. Both Iowa first lady Christie Vilsack and former New Hampshire Gov. Jeanne Shaheen have appeared in them.

Now, as voters in the Palmetto State head to the polls Tuesday, Kerry features South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn and Sen. Ernest "Fritz" Hollings in ad running in that state.

"That fella. He can go all the way," Hollings says.

As voting nears, political campaigns often roll out TV and radio ads with favorite political sons and daughters and newspapers giving their stamps of approval to particular candidates. The hope is that voters, especially those who haven't decided whom to support, will follow their leads...

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