Democrats Seek Unity After Leadership Struggles
House Democrats met in private sessions and with Speaker Albert to reconvene the caucus. Freshmen advanced six proposals including tracking key votes and appointing a spokesman on key issues while pushing for a five day House work week. Rep Norman Mineta praised the discussions amid ongoing dissatisfaction with leadership and Ford’s veto backing.
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Norman Mineta D-Calif
Reagan could hurt Ford in California poll
A California poll shows Senator Edward Kennedy would beat President Ford by 12 percent if Reagan ran as a third party. Ford leads Muskie and Wallace in various 2 and 3 man matchups with Reagan as independent. Reagan notes he has not decided on 1978 bid and rules out a ticket with Wallace.
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Senate defers Aug 1 deadline in New Hampshire fight
The Senate rejected an Aug 1 deadline to settle New Hampshire's contested Senate race between Louis Wyman and John Durkin. Leader Mansfield outlined daily sessions and bans on hearings as Democrats push for a quick resolution while Republicans seek to declare the seat vacant for a runoff.
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D-Ala
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R Conn
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