Blackwell Rules Nader Off Ohio Ballot
The Associated Press reports Ohio Secretary of State Kenneth Blackwell ruled Ralph Nader will not appear on the Ohio presidential ballot due to forged signatures on petition forms. Backers gathered about 15 000 signatures, but 6 464 were valid. 2 756 were invalidated after a hearing. Democrats praised the ruling and cautioned about broader investigations into fraudulent petitions, while Nader’s campaign promised a legal fight to regain ballot access.
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Ohio voter cards printed on heavy stock amid confusion
State officials briefed counties on printing voter registration cards only on 80-pound card stock to prevent shredding by postal equipment. The law does not specify paper type but mandates permanent records. County boards are instructed to accept all forms and mail proper cards once printed locally.
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Kenneth Blackwell
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Persuadable voters tilt toward Bush in midterm study
An Associated Press analysis of 1,229 persuadable voters by Knowledge Networks finds a swing group split between Bush and Kerry. It shows one in five voters are persuadable, with many undecided or leaning, and highlights doubts about Kerry’s leadership and Bush’s Iraq policy. The study tracks shifts across Aug 31 to Sept 27, noting a potential to sway the November outcome.
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Fla
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Clinton makes economic appeal to women voters
Sen. Hillary Clinton urged business women to support Kerry, warning Bush’s re election would bring stagnation. She argued rising costs and reduced federal aid burden households, noting women bear a large share of purchases. Kerry echoed calls for tax simplification and incentives. Bush aides mocked the stance as Kerry rhetoric.
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Presidential votes ripple to state legislatures this year
The AP notes presidential turnout could affect legislative races including in Iowa where Sen. Neil Schurrer benefits from Bush Cheney support. Analysts say turnout driven by presidential campaigns may shift legislatures nationwide, with control shaping policy and budgets. Smaller districts mean a few votes can swing statehouse majorities.
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Cheney says Kerry unprepared to lead in War on Terror
Vice President Dick Cheney labeled John Kerry indecisive and not prepared to lead America in the War on Terror during a third Iowa visit. He argued the election is a referendum on national safety while accusing Kerry of shifting positions for political gain and of vacillation on Iraq.
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