Jackson Gore Not Sure Bets In Historic Super Tuesday
In the run up to March 8 with 20 Southern states voting and 1,300 delegates at stake, Jesse Jackson and Albert Gore Jr. maneuver to balance high expectations against political realities. Analysts note Jackson leads in regional polls but faces limits outside the South while Gore aims to become one of the top two leaders, focusing on delegate gains rather than a single state victory.
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Hart, Jackson Will Make N.C. Primary Ballot
North Carolina officials expect major Democratic and Republican candidates to appear on the March 8 primary ballot. Election director Alex Brock said the State Board of Elections will finalize Hart and Jackson as eligible at the Jan. 5 meeting, with other nominees already placed on the slate. The FEC funding path was cited for Hart and Jackson. petitions may suffice if funds are not approved. The statewide races vote on May 3.
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Jackson Wins South Dakota Ballot After Funds Delay
Jesse Jackson secured a spot on South Dakota's presidential primary ballot after state Democrats reversed an earlier decision not to certify him for funds delays. Party chairman Gene Mahan ruled Jackson would not be certified, but minutes before the 5 p.m. deadline he approved certification pending FEC matching funds, averting a court fight.
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South Dakota
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