Iowa Democrats mull leadership as Clinton era tests endure
Iowa Democrats debate the party leadership after a weak showing in state and federal races. Three challengers target state chair John Roedrick, with Jack Hatch and Joe Dongeward among the hopefuls. The piece notes Clinton’s Iowa victory, invites to the inauguration, and costs for travel and events.
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Iowa
Democratic Party
John Roedrick
Des Moines
Bill Clinton
U.S. House
Senate
Jack Hatch
Joe Dongeward
Eric Tabor
Baldwin
U.S
Clinton
Gloria la Riva
Associated Press
George Bush
Ross Perot
James
Bo”’ Gritz
John Hagelin
Gritz
Natural Law Party
Fairfield
Delbert Ehlers
Ute
Bush
Perot
New lawmakers push for power in early House actions
The 110 freshman lawmakers enter Capitol Hill with demands for seats on key committees and a push to break gridlock. Prominent figures like Maria Cantwell pledge change while party leaders assess the potential impact of this new class on Congress.
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Washington
Sam Rayburn
Texas
Rayburn
Bill Clinton
Capitol Hill
House
Jerry Lewis
California
Dick Armey
Congress
Maria Cantwell
Washington State
Ways and Means Committee
Dan Rostenkowski
Chicago
Clinton
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