Candidates face post election scrutiny over Florida recounts
Supporters of George W. Bush and Al Gore revisit the Florida recount drama as they weigh how narrower margins and late decisions shaped the outcome. Analysts argue missed opportunities in Florida and elsewhere, with Bush and Gore aides blaming timing, campaigning, and the Clinton record for influencing voters.
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Clinton May Visit Nebraska Before Leaving Office
Lincoln AP reports two months remain in President Clinton term with no Nebraska stop yet. White House says a trip to Nebraska is planned likely in late December or early January, though dates are not set. Nebraska Republicans relish the fact he has not visited. Gov. Mike Johanns notes Clinton and Gore are not popular but welcome in state.
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Computer glitch left hundreds of Iowans unregistered to vote
Des Moines AP report finds a DOT motor voter computer problem caused hundreds of Iowa voters to believe they registered when renewing licenses. County auditors saw missing names at polling sites, with many voting on special ballots that did not count. Officials study changes to the motor voter process.
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Hanging Chad Ale kicks off at Cedar Rapids pub
Cedar Rapids Brewing Company unveils Hanging Chad Ale as a seasonal beer aimed at lightening election fatigue. Brew master Mike Snyder says it may sell out before the next president-elect is decided, with Rob Copenhaver naming the beer after a voting ballot term.
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