The 2016 Race Officially Has Its First Contender: Ben Carson

The Huffington Post  | By Ashley Alman

Dr. Ben Carson has long fanned speculation that he may pursue the Republican nomination for president in 2016. That speculation will turn to reality this weekend, as ABC News has confirmed the conservative plans to air a 40-minute ad announcing his bid.

The ad will be presented in the form of a documentary, giving insight into Carson's background and ambitions. It will run in 22 states and Washington, D.C. The ad wasfunded and filmed by a production company owned by Armstrong Williams, Carson's business manager.

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