National Guard aids western firefighters in wildfire drive
Governors in Idaho and Wyoming activated National Guardsmen to reinforce about 2,000 firefighters battling major wildfires across Wyoming Montana Idaho Oregon Washington and Utah as favorable weather offered some relief. In California Portola faced rapid blazes near town facilities while a storm sparked about 20 fires. Yellowstone's battle continued with Old Faithful ringed by flames as winds threatened new spread and the park reopened its south entrance after 10 days.
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Dukakis calls for tone down as debates loom in 1988 race
In western Massachusetts trip, Michael Dukakis urges civility and focus on economic policy while both campaigns push for scheduled face to face debates. He counters Bush attacks on furloughs and capital gains tax cuts, arguing against tax cuts for the wealthy and criticizing GOP defense and patriotism claims.
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Debate over presidential debates shifts to private talks
Washington eyes private talks as Democratic and Republican teams seek a schedule for four televised debates. Bush resists pressure saying he won’t be stampeded while Dukakis campaign insists on a four-debate plan and urges Bush to commit to face-to-face encounters.
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