Fact Check: Did The Humane Society Endorse Brian Fitzpatrick?

BUCKS COUNTY, PA — Candidates for congress in Bucks County are touting their endorsements, and there is one in particular that has confused some residents.

Has the Humane Society endorsed Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, the Republican incumbent running against Democrat Scott Wallace?

Residents across the county who have seen signs inquired with Patch to find out if a charitable organization would make endorsements. When contacted about the endorsement, Allison Shapiro, a public relations specialist with the Humane Society, directed Patch to a prepared statement on the matter. It states the Humane Society is a public charity that does not make endorsements in elections.

However, the Humane Society Legislative Fund, an animal rights political action committee, has endorsed him in 2018. The Humane Society does not control or direct any election related activities of the Humane Society Legislative Fund, the statement said.

"Any representations that a candidate is supported or opposed by the Humane Society of the United States are false. Any use of the organization’s name or logo in an election for public office is made without our authorization," the statement goes on to say.

The race to represent Bucks County in Congress has become increasingly contentious with area residents bombarded with radio advertising, mailers, and television ads. Fitzpatrick's campaign is attempting to paint Wallace as a "dangerous" choice for Bucks County, while Wallace's campaign is pushing Fitzpatrick as a Trump backer whose agenda favors the rich.

Election Day is Nov. 6. The polls in Pennsylvania are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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