Bush denounces outside attack ads in White House race
President Bush criticized outside groups for airing ads that questioned John Kerry and his Vietnam record. Democrats accused Bush of condoning smear tactics while defending McCain-Feingold campaign finance reform and urging a full rejection of such ads.
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Youngstown mayor backs Bush amid election prominence
In Mahoning County Ohio Mayor George McKelvey a Democrat announced support for President Bush at a news conference alongside Bush campaign chair Jo Ann Davidson. McKelvey noted the election’s importance and potential GOP gains in the state while acknowledging a possible delegation role at the Republican National Convention.
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Taft and Blackwell push changes to Ohio campaign finance laws
Gov Bob Taft and Secretary of State Kenneth Blackwell urged sweeping reforms to Ohio campaign finance after the November election. They seek public disclosure of all contributions to independent ads and political party operating accounts, elimination of county party candidate funds, and tighter rules on issue advocacy funds. Aimed at ending secrecy, the proposals expect broad legislative backing from lawmakers and party leaders.
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Ohio GOP turmoil could hurt Bush in 2004
In Columbus Ohio Republicans face a damaged brand from fundraising probes surrounding Brett Buerck Kyle Sisk and House Speaker Larry Householder. Investigations loom as Bush trails in polls with Taft and party discontent narrowing the president's path in a crucial swing state.
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New Mexico shows risks from electronic ballot problems
The Washington Post reports Rio Arriba County’s 2000 presidential vote lacked many recorded ballots due to misprogrammed electronic machines. Despite New Mexico’s advance in electronic voting, miscounts or missing votes raised concerns about staff training, machine programming, and potential fraud in statewide use.
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