Basically with this, Clinton is killed Giuseppe Zangara style before he can become President. Al Gore is now the President. How well does he do? How will the Democrats do? Any other affects of this down the line?
There might be more of an official fight back against the cultural changes leaning towards obscenity in the late 90s. Tipper Gore would probably make violent video games, gratuitous TV sex, and the WWF what Michelle Obama has made childhood obesity.This might lose the Democrat Party credibility among younger people, but not all that much.
I think that like Clinton, he would benefit from a strong economy and sustained economic growth. He probably would lack the international gravitas however to help resolve issues in Israel and Northern Ireland. Gore might have a more difficult reelection. That being said, he wasn't as infuriatingly narcissistic as Clinton and wouldn't arouse nearly as much opposition on the right at a grassroots level, meaning that the Democrats might do much better in Congressional races.
Hillary might run for the senate in 1994/6 or something, as she would be a popular figure in the eyes of many. An Arkansas seat became free in 1996, maybe she could run there as the Republican candiate only won by 3%, and she might win if Gore is less contravensal, and her new found popularity.I think he'd do slightly worse than Clinton, but not by much. Perhaps Dole doesn't get the nod in '96, as Gore might seem more beatable than Clinton. Certainly butterflies away Monica, or any scandal like that. Hilliary might also be butterflied. Veep choice might have been interesting, does Gore keep with Clinton's youth movement, or move to an elder statesman?
Kerrey's military record would be a bit of a double-edged sword.In that regard, Kerrey becomes a stronger choice, especially to shore up foreign policy and he has Medal of Honor credibility. Either him or Colin Powell are distinct possibilities.