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Lawson campaign pulls ‘Morgan Freeman’ ad

Vince Coglianese Contributor
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RALEIGH — The campaign of Republican B.J. Lawson claimed Monday that the familiar-sounding voice in his new attack ad was that of Morgan Freeman, a Hollywood star with such gravitas that he has twice been cast in the role of God.

Not so fast, Freeman said.

After being contacted by the campaign of incumbent Democratic Rep. David Price, Freeman quickly released a statement denying he recorded the ad in question. His spokesman said the actor is now considering a lawsuit against Lawson for misappropriating his name.

Full Story: Lawson campaign pulls ‘Freeman’ ad – National – NewsObserver.com

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