Dean Accepts Speaking Fees and Charity Gifts as Vermont Governor
As governor Howard Dean accepted personal speaking fees from diverse interests at least five times and received over 62000 in checks and pledges for his Vermont Computer Project. The payments came from insurers tied to tax breaks. Dean said donations did not influence his decisions and noted the fees were legal and disclosed in tax records.
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Harkin Endorses Dean in Iowa Caucus Rush
Sen. Tom Harkin endorsed Howard Dean for president in Des Moines calling him the plain spoken Democrat we need. The four term Iowa Democrat harnesses his durable political machine to boost Dean ten days before the January 19 caucuses amid Dean’s campaign scrutiny.
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Dean's centrist stance on gun rights in presidential race
Vermont governor Howard Dean positions himself as flexible on guns, backing strict federal enforcement but preferring state decisions. He faces NRA critics who deem his stance insufficiently pro gun rights yet aims to appeal to liberal voters and conservatives for the Democratic nomination.
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Three long-shot candidates focus on absent Dean
Washington debate highlights absenteeism as Dean skips questions about his absence. The Democratic field includes three long-shot contenders, plus seven lesser candidates, all appearing on the January 13 Washington primary ballot. Organizers use the advisory primary to push voting rights for D.C. in Congress.
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Bush leads in AP poll amid strong core support
An Associated Press Ipsos poll shows President Bush with stronger re election prospects than his predecessors at a similar point. Men evangelicals and rural voters back Bush by large margins while women show more divided loyalties as confidence in the economy rises.
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Kucinich revisits biggest misstep of career
Dennis Kucinich, running for president, revisits in Iowa a 1978 firing of Cleveland Police Chief Richard Hongisto, calling it his major mistake. The chief’s successor recalls little reconciliation, while Hongisto says they spoke civilly but no true apology.
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Kerry Gets a Second Chance With Voters in Iowa
In Ames Iowa Kerry gains momentum as undecided voters rethink Dean. A large share of Iowans question Dean's statements while Kerry hopes for a strong caucus showing to rebound into New Hampshire eight days later.
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