Perot movement wanes as offices close nationwide
Across the country Perot backers reel from his withdrawal as many volunteers shutter offices and end phone lines while others vow to press on. In Michigan and Virginia organizers bid farewell to campaigns and await further direction, while Georgia and Oklahoma City groups seek new names and rent funds cover. Some states like Kansas City keep a core active planning rallies.
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Perot supporters in Maryland pause third party push
Maryland Perot campaign leaders say they will not form a new party before the November election. They urge supporters to register voters and pressure GOP and Democratic candidates to adopt Perot positions. Montgomer y County groups discuss steps but deem a third party premature. The state headquarters remains open with funds from Perot and local fundraising.
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Baker more considered inevitable
Washington AP reports pressure mounted as Secretary of State James Baker II faced possible shift from cabinet to campaign work for President Bush. Bush and Baker denied decisions, while aides and supporters argued Baker’s return could curb campaign disarray and restore focus amid Mid East talks and 1988 efforts.
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Deputy Baker Replacement Report Sparks Talk of Eagleburger
State Department officials say secretary of state James A Baker I may be replaced by deputy Lawrence Eagleburger whether Baker goes on leave or resigns. Potential successor Senator Richard Lugar is also mentioned. Eagleburger, 61, has asthma since childhood, overweight, and a bad knee, raising health questions.
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Gingrich Survives Georgia Primary Scare in South District
In Georgia's primary, Republican Rep Newt Gingrich narrowly beat Herman Clark by 51 to 49 percent amid an anti-incumbent mood fueled by House bank scandal and redrawn districts. Democratic Reps Charles Hatcher and Ben Jones faced tough results, with Hatcher forced into a runoff and Jones exiting after two terms amid district changes and controversy over perks.
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