GOP holds firm on abortion despite appeals to moderates
In Philadelphia a GOP platform panel rejected moves to soften abortion stance. Hyde defended keeping the policy, arguing abortion is political. The committee also added language opposing gay rights protections while endorsing conservative planks aligned with Bush and religious conservatives.
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Education Department
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Donna Howe
Louisiana
Bush seeks upbeat convention to push party message
Bush and Cheney kick off a pre convention campaign aimed at a positive year with focus on the compassionate conservative line. Thompson steers platform away from abortion debates as McCain plans joint travel to woo independents while Dole’s past pledge is cited.
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Charlie Black
Wisconsin
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Arkansas
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Monica Lewinsky
Cheney
Arizona
John McCain
McCain
Bob Dole
South Carolina GOP criticizes early nominating plan
The debate centers on using a Delaware style schedule to speed or slow primaries. South Carolina officials argue the plan unfairly advantages early nominating states and reflects the pressure of media attention and funding. Critics say adoption requires broad state cooperation and may not gain traction.
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South Carolina
Republican Party
J. Sam Daniels
GOP
Bob Peeler
New Hampshire
Sabato
Delaware
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