Governor Beshear’s Powerful New Campaign Ad Features Rape Survivor Criticizing GOP Challenger Daniel Cameron’s Hardline Stance on Abortion in Cases of Rape or Incest

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear (D) released a powerful new campaign ad on Wednesday, featuring a childhood rape survivor criticizing his GOP challenger, Daniel Cameron, for his hardline opposition to abortion in cases of rape or incest. The ad features Hadley, a young woman who was raped by her stepfather at the age of 12.

Hadley speaks directly to the camera, saying “To tell a 12-year-old girl she must have the baby of her stepfather who raped her is unthinkable. Anyone who believes there should be no exceptions for rape and incest could never understand what it’s like to stand in my shoes.”

Governor Beshear, who is running for a second term, is using the ad to bring attention to the issue of abortion in cases of rape or incest. He has been a vocal supporter of abortion rights, and has spoken out against Cameron’s stance on the issue.

Cameron has recently moderated his position on the issue, saying that he does support exceptions for abortion. However, he has not yet commented on the ad or Hadley’s story.

The ad has been met with widespread praise, with many people commending Governor Beshear for bringing attention to the issue of abortion in cases of rape or incest. It is yet to be seen how the ad will affect the election, but it is sure to be a major topic of discussion in the weeks leading up to the November 3rd election.