Democrats refocus after long public service run
As campaigns sprint to New Hampshire and seven-state Feb. 3 contests, Gephardt plans to serve one more year in Congress before private life. Dean drifted from front-runner status, adapting to a tougher field with a message centered on reform and Vermont governance. Kerry weighs negative ads while Edwards relies on momentum from Iowa to boost South Carolina prospects. Bush counters with State of the Union as races tighten nationwide.
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Kennedy Endorsements Boost Kerry in Iowa Caucuses
University experts note Kennedy support helped Kerry while Dean’s large campaign staff failed to keep momentum. Endorsements from Gore and veterans offered limited impact as new caucus-goers, not tied to party machinery, decided. Labor unions split, while Kennedys and veterans drew strongest support for Kerry.
Iowa Caucus Exits Begin As Final Tallies In
DES MOINES AP reports late night departures as Democratic candidates and media leave Iowa caucus headquarters. A Signature Flight Support rep notes about 125 to 130 people flew out on roughly six flights from 10:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. Massachusetts Senator John Kerry, winner of the caucuses, was last to depart. His 3 a.m. exit aimed for a dawn arrival in New Hampshire where crews awaited.
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