GOP rallying to counter Democrats at Chicago convention
GOP chairman Haley Barbour says he and numerous operatives will monitor the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next week to counter potential heated rhetoric. Democrats plan a high profile lineup including Jesse Jackson and Hillary Clinton with Kennedy slated to speak. Jackson has warned the party is more inclusive than Republicans and criticized using Kemp Powell as cover.
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South Carolina delegates pace economy and health as top issues
An Associated Press survey shows more than half of South Carolina delegates to the upcoming Democratic convention favor the economy and health care as their main focus. Eighteen of 49 respondents prioritize jobs and growth, while eleven cite health reform and eight education. Delegates are highly educated, with over 80 percent holding at least a bachelor’s degree.
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