Papers defend Morris story amid convention spotlight
Washington reports the Star of tabloids funding and publishing a charge against presidential adviser Dick Morris days before Clinton's renomination. The piece details checks, phone messages, and hotel balcony photos with Sherry Rowland, and notes Morris's denial as yellow journalism. The saga echoes the Flowers controversy from 1992 and centers on alleged spying and access to campaign drafts.
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Kiss-and-tell call girl Rowlands tied to Morris affair
Reporters mapped a search in Lake Ridge Virginia for Sherry Rowlands owner of A Womans Touch as Dick Morris resigned over tabloid claims of a yearlong affair. Neighbors described Rowlands on her townhouse deck and a maroon station wagon often visiting.
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Chelsea party drama and celebrity sighting at convention
Reporter recalls a Democratic convention night with sightings of Chelsea Clinton and Jerry Springer at Planet Hollywood plus an entourage around Chelsea. The piece jokes about Chelsea’s age and entourage while noting Bill Clinton’s arrival and a playful Macarena moment.
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Vision for the Future and Campaign Ironies
Humorous column notes Democrats tout a future vision and Republicans stress character as conventions end and platforms are adopted. The writer urges voters to pause politics until after Halloween, then to vote for the most suitable leader, joking about writing in Harry Caray. Dave Barry signs off.
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Clinton Defining Moment Poll Ahead of Nomination Speech
CBS News survey shows half of 1346 registered voters say Clinton has not clearly stated goals for a second term, though this is an improvement from a week earlier. The poll tracks perceptions before his acceptance speech and contrasts with Dole's defined goals.
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