Perot Drops Out Citing Love of Country and Party Rebound
Ross Perot announced he was quitting the presidential race saying the Democratic revival and country’s welfare outweighed his ambitions. He blamed no single factor, while aides resigned in waves led by Ed Rollins and supporters voiced anger at the move.
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Perot Withdrawal Shakes Iowa Campaign Dynamics
Iowa Republicans react with surprise as Ross Perot quits the race forcing a two way contest. Governor Branstad and Rep. Leach weigh effects on Bush Clinton dynamics and party unity. Volunteers at Des Moines say the move drew shock but may boost Clinton and protest vote momentum locally.
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States set withdrawal actions to remove Perot from ballots
The Washington Post reports that Ross Perot must file written withdrawals in 13 of 25 states where he qualified to appear on ballots. Deadlines range from August 8 to 25 days before the election. failure to act means his name stays on the November ballot. Maryland Texas and North Carolina await letters as other states vary rules. In Montana Oklahoma Delaware and California Perot’s name may be automatically removed if he fails remaining candidacy steps.
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Tower code enforcement and probe into tower failure
C R Towers pushes to enforce section 2319 of the Uniform Building Code plus discuss clear zones around towers. Jon Tran notes the code covers foundations and superstructures while cities often require licensed engineers to certify compliance.
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Yeltsin Aide Survives Car Crash Described as Assassination Attempt
Sergei Shakhrai, 36, top lawyer for President Yeltsin in a case threatening the Communist Party, was injured when another car rammed his sedan into oncoming traffic at high speed. He was briefly unconscious with a shoulder injury, refused hospital care to protect papers for Russia's Constitutional Court.
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