Democrats and Republicans clash over education policy in Chapel Hill
In Chapel Hill the first Education 88 debate drew seven Democratic candidates who attacked Reagan education cuts and pledged higher federal school spending while a GOP session featured four contenders. Biden and Gephardt urged funding for schools over Star Wars and Contras, with Dukakis proposing grants for 80,000 future teachers.
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Seven hopefuls in Iowa for Cavalcade of Stars event
In Des Moines seven Republican presidential hopefuls gather for a cattle show style event at Iowa State University in Ames to woo voters, raise funds, and showcase speeches. Attending are Bush Dole Kemp du Pont Robertson along with Ben Fernandez and Kate Heslop. Haig skips. Grassley endorsement boosts Dole amid tight Bush lead in polls.
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