GOP abortion struggle flares at San Diego convention
Moderates warn of a poor floor fight if abortion rights are not eased. Governors Wilson and Whitman threaten a show of force as platform deliberations proceed. The committee backs exemptions for women from ground combat but not other duties, while proposed amendments to curb immigrant birthright citizenship loom. Dole aides push for an abortion rights appendix to the platform.
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Lamm shaping Colorado reformer to Governor Gloom era
Richard Lamm rose from state legislator to three-term governor of Colorado from 1974 to 1986. A reformer labeled realist, he championed abortion rights, ERA ratification, and strong environmentalism while opposing the 1976 Winter Olympics. He later warned of fiscal strains and immigration concerns, earning lasting popularity.
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Abortion positions decide GOP primaries in three states
In Kansas, Michigan, and Georgia, abortion stance dominates GOP primaries. Sam Brownback wins in Kansas with 55 percent over Sheila Frahm, Frahm had replaced Dole. In Michigan and Georgia, Ronna Romney and Guy Millner win their races, defeating Jim Nicholson and Johnny Isakson respectively.
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Third party candidate takes blame for '78 Semitic issue
Greenville independent Donald Sprouse told The State he acted alone in making the Democratic candidate’s Jewish faith an issue in 1978. He denied Campbell operatives encouraged him and said the allegations surface whenever Campbell pursues office. Campbell denied anti Semitism and blamed party leaders for spreading false info.
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