November 13, 2007
Posted: 08:15 PM ET

Rep. Tancredo has released a new ad that links his fight against illegal immigration with the war on terror.

(CNN) — In this report, Correspondent Brian Todd places Rep. Tom Tancredo's, R-Colorado, new political ad in historical context with similar political ads and also takes a look at what the ad may do for Tancredo presidential campaign.

Related: Candidate defends ad portraying terrorist attack

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Filed under: Immigration • Iowa • Political ads • Tom Tancredo


Milt Smith, WPB, FL   November 15th, 2007 12:33 pm ET

Tancredo is right!! I just sent him a $25 donation!!

Nat, Brooklyn, NYC   November 15th, 2007 9:43 am ET

Would you feel safer if people who are here illegally will rape you, kill while driving drunk, trying to sell you drugs or just burglarize your home, because they need money to sent home and it is not enough jobs in New York City? I know that, because I see every day groups of man on my sidewalk waiting for someone to give them any job. Yes, we have to start from the borders. The country invaded by the people we don't know what able to do in case to earn money. Tom Tancredo is just one of all candidates who represents the American people, not big businesses, and he is talking about saving America we knew.

mark wilkes barre pa   November 14th, 2007 7:23 pm ET

I posted a comment here this morning contrary to what is being said here and the cnn monitor droped me again it was written at approx 4:30 am this morning and promptly sent. there is only 13 comments here . how hard could it be to include my comment cnn,,, Please REPLY by comment or e-mail. why it is that you only accept hateful, vicious, and bias comments. those of us who calmly try and express our views here respectfuly never get posted or are posted way down at the bottom long after those who read through are sick and or tired of reading any more ??????

Dave, New York, NY   November 14th, 2007 3:06 pm ET

There used to be a bunch of comments on here that noted the 9/11 hijackers were all in the country on legal visas - and for all the people who like to point fingers at President Clinton: he may not be your favorite person, but the truth is there were *way* less terror attacks under his watch than under President Bush's. … and let's not forget the ultimate problem: 9/11 happened under Bush's watch.. and they even knew the hijackers were in the country plotting at the time….still feel safe with a republican in charge?

Former US Army Officer, Kansas   November 14th, 2007 12:49 pm ET

I truely doubt if Tom Tancredo would recognize truth if it hit him in the butt.

Fear mongoring of this type helps the aims and goals of terror organizations.

Illegals while being illegals do not equal terrorist. The attackers on 9-11 entered this nation legally. Then they committed a crimminal act against the people of the United States. And for their actions initially the wrath of America came down upon them, then we were side tracked.

Do not permit fanatics like Tancredo have the stage, they do nothing for the nation, or the people, they are interested in only one thing, that being themselves.

Claudette, Tyler TX   November 14th, 2007 11:24 am ET

Was this fear-inducing yahoo in office in Colorado when the Columbine school shootings happened?

Seems he'd be a little less interested in a, as of yet, fictional backpack bomber at a mall and more interested in the TRUTH that kids are carrying guns to school in backpacks and addressing THAT issue would be in the forefront.

Dan, Illinois   November 14th, 2007 10:14 am ET

At least there is one candidate who is not afraid to speak the truth. Tom Tancredo is the best candidate out there for President. He actually cares about the American people. Please learn more about him at teamtancredo.org. GO TOM GO!!

OlatheOstridge   November 14th, 2007 9:59 am ET

No, no. I can't look.

http://iastater.home.mchsi.com/ostridge.jpg

Alice Newman Center Harbor NH   November 14th, 2007 8:18 am ET

This is a typical Republican ad on all levels.

Fear: Yes, all those Mexicans are going to blow up the country. We've had years of fear politics: Fool me one, shame on you: fool me twice: shame on me.

Lie: The 911 terrorists were all in the country on legal visas. They did not come across the borders.

Hypocrisy: Talking about all "God's children" meaning white, American protestants. The rest of the children he is willing to toss into the darkness.

This is the ad of a desperate, seriously ill man.

B. MD   November 14th, 2007 12:47 am ET

I have been observing all the candidates for sometime now, and it has become quite that Obama stands out from the democratic candidates. All the attacks directed at him are based about trifts. I can only wish him the best, and I know the educated voter will see this.

Tricia Charlottetown PEI   November 14th, 2007 12:00 am ET

Dear Ms. Buchanan:

The FBI Memo stating they received "a tip" re: Al Qaeda terrorists planning attacks on Shopping Malls is an investigative bureau's report to enlighten citizens for their protection and safety.

Tancredo's Television Ad is a Campaign Ploy to win votes using Fear Mongering Tactics. A huge difference.

The FBI is concerned about citizens' awareness and safety. They issued a statement. Tancredo's only concern is votes and his poll margins. He televised an in your face Ad which has nothing to do with confirmation and everything to do with sensalization.

Anonymous   November 13th, 2007 10:54 pm ET

How many times is this story going to be run in one day? Does CNN have a secret agenda?

Ethan, Brooklyn, NY   November 13th, 2007 9:40 pm ET

If there is anything more pathetic and disgusting than Tancredo's bizarre spew, it's Brian Todd's odd "admission" at the end of the segment that (*ahem* serious CNN newscaster voice now) "this commercial may help him grab more recognition."

More recognition? How can Mr. Todd say that with a straight face? Maybe more recognition as a total psychopath.

Seriously. His campaign slogan is:

TANCREDO: before it's too late.

Horrendous. Even if it WAS too late this extremist freak would be the LAST person I'd want in charge. I shudder to think. He is clearly trying to use terrorism to win votes from some poor ill-informed rural GOP voters and that is just shameful. As someone who saw the twin towers fall with my own eyes, I find it beyond reprehensible and stomach-turningly grotesque.

Scott Brown Palm Bay, Fl   November 13th, 2007 9:39 pm ET

Will this ad get him elected? No-but you will never see Hillary show this kind of concern for the American people or even addresss the reality that this ad depicts. If Hillary is elected the fight on terrorism will be no longer and it will be treated as a crime after the fact just like her husband did. Whether you like him or not George Bush has protected the American people. I'm not willing to take the chance that it was just luck or the threat doesn't exist. Vote republican. Making nice is not a plan to protect America.

Joel, Pittsburgh Pennsylvania   November 13th, 2007 9:39 pm ET

"Vote for Tancredo or DIE!"

Henry Miller, Cary, NC   November 13th, 2007 9:29 pm ET

The politics of fear. How dumb does this dweeb think we are?

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