Reagan to Deliver Monday Farewell Address at GOP Convention
Reagan plans his farewell to the party at the New Orleans convention with George Bush poised as successor. He will speak Monday to avoid stealing Bush’s thunder and leave for California after a Tuesday breakfast fund raiser.
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Robertson misreads role at GOP convention say experts
Experts argue Pat Robertson will have a minimal role at the GOP gathering in Chesapeake as he frames his influence by activating supporters. They note his speech focus on foreign policy may be edited to avoid alienating younger voters while party regulars court Robertson’s followers.
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Republican delegates far whiter and older than Democrats
An Associated Press poll of 1,274 Republican National Convention delegates shows 83 percent have college educations, 66 percent are men, and 92 percent are white, with doctors, lawyers, teachers and sales reps among top professions. Arizona Hispanics protest lack of representation and suggest minority inclusion.
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Billy Graham Sees Stronger Spiritual Tone at Conventions
Evangelist Billy Graham says this year's Democratic and Republican national conventions show a deeper religious influence. He will again offer prayers at both events while remaining neutral and avoiding endorsements. Graham notes black delegates added a spiritual impact and praises clergymen addressing both sides. He attends Republican events to lead a prayer and sits with the Bush family during the closing night.
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