Gloves off on Thurmond age in Close campaign
Democratic Senate contender Elliott Close directly targets Strom Thurmond's 93 year age in a new ad, challenging the incumbent's fitness. Campaign officials defend the spot as focusing on ability to do the job while noting it breaks a pledge against ageism. Local observers call it a substantive but risky tactic.
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Walsh accuses Dole of hypocrisy in pardons
Lawrence Walsh accuses Bob Dole of hypocrisy for urging Clinton to forego pardons while Dole pushed for pardons in the Iran Contra era. He cites Dole's 1982 push and Bush’s Weinberger indictment timing as evidence of political double standards amid Whitewater and Starr probes.
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Dole Faces Image Problem as Attacker image persists
CBS New York Times poll shows voters see Dole addressing issues yet view him as more attacking than explaining. Three weeks before the election, Dole trails Clinton by 13 to 18 points despite rising concern for issues. A majority say Clinton cares about needs. Dole wins on addressing issues but lags in personal character.
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