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Parties Ready For Iowa Conventions Face Fresh Challenges
Des Moines AP reports both Republicans and Democrats head into their state conventions with solid bases but mounting tensions. GOP unity is tested by conservative splits and aging leaders amid a rising moderate and independent voter base. Democrats hold the White House and Senator Tom Harkin, yet must translate a changing suburban electorate into a coherent appeal beyond opposing the GOP.
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