Dole Opens Path to Work with Clinton Despite Victory
Bob Dole, set to become Senate majority leader, said he would cooperate with President Clinton on bipartisan goals where possible, while insisting on compromise. He emphasized a willingness to work quickly on shared agendas and discussed upcoming GATT debates.
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GOP Breaks Democratic Hold on North Carolina Courts
In a Republican wave, GOP swept all four seats on the state Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, ousting three incumbents including the only two women on those courts. Five new Superior Court seats were won in eight races under a federal order requiring home-district victory.
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Salinas Mexicans decry 187s passage
Mexican officials denounce California Proposition 187 as a racist move after Californians voted to deny schooling and most health care benefits to children of illegal immigrants. President Salinas warned of intolerance returning and questioned the fate of affected children while noting the broader impact on cross border workers and ties with the United States.
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North Out of GOP Victory, North Loses Richmond Speech
Oliver North posted a quiet resignation amid the Republican sweep as he conceded defeat in Virginia. He thanked supporters, hugged his family, and planned an undisclosed island vacation, while noting the party’s broader midterm gains and his own costly bid.
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Gingrich Sees Room to Work With Clinton on Key Issues
Washington AP reports Republicans celebrate ending 40 years of Democratic control of the House with at least 225 seats won and Foley trailing. Speaker Gingrich vows serious talks with Clinton administration on welfare, budgets, and reform while warning Democrats of intensified Whitewater probes and new investigations. The GOP vows to push reforms in the first 100 days of the 104th Congress convening Jan 3.
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