1. 1998 - U.S. House of Representatives - Gene - Ward - "Why Not Us" Identifier: P-1586-79963 Contributing Institution: Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Collection: Julian P. Kanter Political Commercials Collection Title: 1998 - U.S. House of Representatives - Gene - Ward - "Why Not Us" Date: 1998-01-01 Creator: Ward, Gene Congress: 105th (1997-1999)
2. 1998 - U.S. House of Representatives - Gene - Ward - "Why Not Us With Promo Crawl" Identifier: P-1586-79964 Contributing Institution: Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Collection: Julian P. Kanter Political Commercials Collection Title: 1998 - U.S. House of Representatives - Gene - Ward - "Why Not Us With Promo Crawl" Date: 1998-01-01 Creator: Ward, Gene Congress: 105th (1997-1999)
![["The 1998 Gene Ward presidential campaign ad depicts a series of distressing scenes across Hawaii, showing abandoned beaches, closed businesses, and financially distressed families, all under gloomy skies. Ward is portrayed as a beacon of hope, confidently addressing crowds and promising economic revival, highlighting his leadership as the solution to local struggles."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Julian%20P.%20Kanter%20Political%20Commercials%20Collection,%201942-2016/United%20States%20House%20of%20Representatives%20Offices%20Campaign%20Ads,%201963-2016/P-1586-79963_thumbnail.jpg "1998 - U.S. House of Representatives - Gene - Ward - \"Why Not Us\"")
![["The 1998 political TV ad for Republican candidate Gene Ward emphasizes Hawaii's economic decline. Vivid scenes of empty beaches, closed businesses, and distressed locals underscore the stark challenges facing Hawaiians. Ward appears resolved, calling for rejuvenation and addressing supporters against visually poignant backdrops, promulgating a message of hopeful transformation amidst adversity."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Julian%20P.%20Kanter%20Political%20Commercials%20Collection,%201942-2016/United%20States%20House%20of%20Representatives%20Offices%20Campaign%20Ads,%201963-2016/P-1586-79964_thumbnail.jpg "1998 - U.S. House of Representatives - Gene - Ward - \"Why Not Us With Promo Crawl\"")