Sean Duffy: ‘Tough As Nails’

WI-07: Fans of Duffy’s previous ads will be disappointed in his decision to abandon the lumberjack theme is his latest spot, which highlights his time as Ashland County District Attorney:

Duffy was also recently named a “rising star of American politics” by TIME magazine, which included him in its “40 Under 40 List.” (More here).

Meanwhile, Duffy’s opponent Julie Lassa who has been trying to distance herself from the Democratic party leadership (and the Democratic party for that matter), took part in a fundraiser today with Vice President Joe Biden and embattled incumbent Rep. Steve Kagen (D). And it appears her campaign was hesitant to publicize the event, which took place outside of her district.

“Usually it’s Joe Biden who makes the gaffes, but Julie Lassa holding a Milwaukee fundraiser, with a DC insider, to prove she’s the right person to represent Northern Wisconsin? That might take the cake,” Wisconsin GOP chairman Reince Priebus said in a statement to BATTLE ‘10.

Duffy and Lassa are running to succeed outgoing Appropriations Committee chairman David Ovey (D), who is retiring after 30 years in office.