Party Symbols on Ballots Stir Debate and Confusion
New York data shows Democratic symbols vary from roosters to stars while Republicans use eagles or flags in seven states. Walter Margulies argues symbols mislead voters, proposing updated but recognizable icons and even playful options like a martini glass for Republicans and a beer stein for Democrats.
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New York
NEA
Delaware
New Hampshire
Oklahoma
Rhode Island
West Virginia
Utah
New Mexico
Alabama
Kentucky
Louisiana
Prohibition
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Chafee Campaign Highlights Rhode Island War Attitude
In Rhode Island, John Chafee faces a largely war-weary electorate. Voters show little appetite for Vietnam questions as Chafee emphasizes jobs and base security at Quonset Point. He leads polling by a small margin as he campaigns across upstate towns and meets voters while the war issue remains dormant.
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Rhode Island
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Dove
Southeast Asia
Petone
Haiphong Harbor
U.S
Navy
Claiborne Pell
George McGovern
Quonset Point
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