Democrats open economy debate at midterm convention
In Kansas City, Democratic leaders reversed plan to limit talks to the party charter and allowed a single economy focused resolution. Chairman Strauss pushed a rule change to permit debate, while chairing a chaotic meeting on a chilly stage as 52 committee members and 120 amendments moved toward a potentially unity boosting convention.
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California delegates a wild card at Democratic meeting
Intramural clashes unfold as California's 181 member delegation looms large at Kansas City. Willie Brown Jr. pushes to seat the McGovern slate while minority representation fuels tensions. Goldinger and Burton seek unity as Carter Udall Jackson Bensten may address the delegation.
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