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Pre Democratic Convention Polls:
Polls were released on July 12, just one day before the Democratic Convention, which was going to be brokered. The polls for the Democratic race showed:
Jerry Brown: 33.5%
Dick Gephardt: 33.3%
Jesse Jackson: 33.2%
The race was practically dead even. Would deals be made? Would the candidate with the majority of delegates get the nomination? Many speculated that a deal between Governor Brown and Reverend Jackson was in the works, giving Brown the nomination with Jackson as his running mate, but would that be a winning ticket? Would Gephardt supporters get behind it? General election matchups showed that:
George Bush: 50%/ Jerry Brown: 48.5%
George Bush: 50.5%/ Dick Gephardt: 47.8%
George Bush: 52%/ Jesse Jackson: 45%
George Bush defeats all three Democratic candidates in a head to head match up, with Brown doing slightly better than Gephardt. Would Jesse Jackson being on the ticket weaken Brown in the general? It's too soon to say as four months in politics is a long time and Brown getting the nomination isn't a certainty.
Polls were released on July 12, just one day before the Democratic Convention, which was going to be brokered. The polls for the Democratic race showed:
Jerry Brown: 33.5%
Dick Gephardt: 33.3%
Jesse Jackson: 33.2%
The race was practically dead even. Would deals be made? Would the candidate with the majority of delegates get the nomination? Many speculated that a deal between Governor Brown and Reverend Jackson was in the works, giving Brown the nomination with Jackson as his running mate, but would that be a winning ticket? Would Gephardt supporters get behind it? General election matchups showed that:
George Bush: 50%/ Jerry Brown: 48.5%
George Bush: 50.5%/ Dick Gephardt: 47.8%
George Bush: 52%/ Jesse Jackson: 45%
George Bush defeats all three Democratic candidates in a head to head match up, with Brown doing slightly better than Gephardt. Would Jesse Jackson being on the ticket weaken Brown in the general? It's too soon to say as four months in politics is a long time and Brown getting the nomination isn't a certainty.
The 1992 Democratic Convention:
The 1992 Democratic convention took place from July 13th-July 16th at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The Keynote Speaker was Texas State Treasurer Ann Richards who gave the memorable line of "Poor George, he can't help it. He was born with a Silver Foot in his Mouth." about Vice President Bush. Also Speaking at the convention were Former Vice President John Glenn, Virginia Governor Douglas Wilder, Senator Lloyd Bentsen, and Governor Bob Casey of Pennsylvania, who gave a controversial anti abortion Speech, which was ill received by most in attendance.
The Convention was unable to nominate a candidate on the first ballot. After that however, and before the second round of ballots were cast, Governor Jerry Brown and Reverend Jesse Jackson pulled their delegates together and Jerry Brown was chosen on the second ballot. Shortly after, the convention narrowly nominated Reverend Jackson to be Brown's running mate, making Jackson the first African American to be nominated Vice President for a major party.
After this, Congressman Gephardt gave a speech officially ending his candidacy. In his speech, he made it clear that "Democrats need to get out and vote. We need to retake the house and we need to retake the Senate." He went on to say that "in the almost two years that the Republican party has controlled both houses of congress, nothing has gotten done. We've made progress over the last 8 years and we need to build on that progress, not undo it." Many pundits were quick to point out that while Gephardt spoke about Democrats turning out to vote and taking congress back, not once in his speech did he endorse the nominee or his running mate.
After Gephardt gave his speech, Revered Jackson gave his speech accepting the nomination for Vice President: "Mr. Chairman, fellow Democrats. I am honored to receive the nomination for Vice President of the United States... The first Tuesday of this November, election day, is important. If you want to make the playing field level in America, vote for us. If you want to reign in on Special interests groups buying off our elected officials, vote for us. If you feel that your voice isn't heard, vote for us and it will be... Thank you and God Bless."
On the final day of the convention, President Hart and Governor Brown were to give their speeches to the convention. The President would give his first: "Fellow Democrats. For almost 8 years it has been my honor to serve as your President. A lot of progress has been made over these last 8 years. Our infrastructure is more modern, more of our people have access to higher education and job training, and our tax code is simplified. We also reformed our health care system giving millions of Americans who did not have access to affordable health care access to it. Our world is also safer. We stopped Iraq from conquering Kuwait, the will of the people in Panama is being followed, and the Cold War is finally over. With that said, there is still work to be done. We have many Americans out of work and struggling to make ends meet. We must make it clear to those who are struggling right now that we hear them, and that we will do everything we can to help... Thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve our great nation. May God bless you, and may God bless America."
Governor Brown gave his Acceptance Speech shortly after: "Mr. Chairman, fellow delegates and fellow citizens. I accept your nomination for President of the United States. 1992 is the year that we take our democracy back from the Special interests and reform how we finance campaigns. It is the year that we level the playing field and have our wages and tax rates reflect that. 1992 is when we vote to make our environment safer and cleaner and ensure that every child has access to a quality education. Our economy right now is hurting and so are those that have lost their jobs. We must work to put these people back to work and oppose the trade deals that the congress and the Republican nominee for President are proposing that will take away even more jobs than the recession did.... We have a lot of work to do to build a better future for America, and for that reason I am asking for your vote... Thank you, God Bless you and God Bless the United States of America."
The convention was received with mixed results. Many, including some Democrats, did not feel that there party was unified and that the party didn't have a unifying message, with President Hart and Congressman Gephardt speaking about continuing the policies of the Hart Administration and Governor Brown and Reverend Jackson more focused on fighting Special interest and reforming the system to make things more level. Polls showed that Governor Brown got a slight boost from the convention, with he and Bush being tied 49% to 49%. The Republican convention would take place in August. After that, the general election campaign would officially begin.
The 1992 Democratic convention took place from July 13th-July 16th at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The Keynote Speaker was Texas State Treasurer Ann Richards who gave the memorable line of "Poor George, he can't help it. He was born with a Silver Foot in his Mouth." about Vice President Bush. Also Speaking at the convention were Former Vice President John Glenn, Virginia Governor Douglas Wilder, Senator Lloyd Bentsen, and Governor Bob Casey of Pennsylvania, who gave a controversial anti abortion Speech, which was ill received by most in attendance.
The Convention was unable to nominate a candidate on the first ballot. After that however, and before the second round of ballots were cast, Governor Jerry Brown and Reverend Jesse Jackson pulled their delegates together and Jerry Brown was chosen on the second ballot. Shortly after, the convention narrowly nominated Reverend Jackson to be Brown's running mate, making Jackson the first African American to be nominated Vice President for a major party.
After this, Congressman Gephardt gave a speech officially ending his candidacy. In his speech, he made it clear that "Democrats need to get out and vote. We need to retake the house and we need to retake the Senate." He went on to say that "in the almost two years that the Republican party has controlled both houses of congress, nothing has gotten done. We've made progress over the last 8 years and we need to build on that progress, not undo it." Many pundits were quick to point out that while Gephardt spoke about Democrats turning out to vote and taking congress back, not once in his speech did he endorse the nominee or his running mate.
After Gephardt gave his speech, Revered Jackson gave his speech accepting the nomination for Vice President: "Mr. Chairman, fellow Democrats. I am honored to receive the nomination for Vice President of the United States... The first Tuesday of this November, election day, is important. If you want to make the playing field level in America, vote for us. If you want to reign in on Special interests groups buying off our elected officials, vote for us. If you feel that your voice isn't heard, vote for us and it will be... Thank you and God Bless."
On the final day of the convention, President Hart and Governor Brown were to give their speeches to the convention. The President would give his first: "Fellow Democrats. For almost 8 years it has been my honor to serve as your President. A lot of progress has been made over these last 8 years. Our infrastructure is more modern, more of our people have access to higher education and job training, and our tax code is simplified. We also reformed our health care system giving millions of Americans who did not have access to affordable health care access to it. Our world is also safer. We stopped Iraq from conquering Kuwait, the will of the people in Panama is being followed, and the Cold War is finally over. With that said, there is still work to be done. We have many Americans out of work and struggling to make ends meet. We must make it clear to those who are struggling right now that we hear them, and that we will do everything we can to help... Thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve our great nation. May God bless you, and may God bless America."
Governor Brown gave his Acceptance Speech shortly after: "Mr. Chairman, fellow delegates and fellow citizens. I accept your nomination for President of the United States. 1992 is the year that we take our democracy back from the Special interests and reform how we finance campaigns. It is the year that we level the playing field and have our wages and tax rates reflect that. 1992 is when we vote to make our environment safer and cleaner and ensure that every child has access to a quality education. Our economy right now is hurting and so are those that have lost their jobs. We must work to put these people back to work and oppose the trade deals that the congress and the Republican nominee for President are proposing that will take away even more jobs than the recession did.... We have a lot of work to do to build a better future for America, and for that reason I am asking for your vote... Thank you, God Bless you and God Bless the United States of America."
The convention was received with mixed results. Many, including some Democrats, did not feel that there party was unified and that the party didn't have a unifying message, with President Hart and Congressman Gephardt speaking about continuing the policies of the Hart Administration and Governor Brown and Reverend Jackson more focused on fighting Special interest and reforming the system to make things more level. Polls showed that Governor Brown got a slight boost from the convention, with he and Bush being tied 49% to 49%. The Republican convention would take place in August. After that, the general election campaign would officially begin.
The Vice President Responds to the Democratic Convention. His VP Shortlist is leaked:
One day after the Democratic Convention, Vice President Bush, in a speech to a crowd of supporters in New Jersey responded to the Democratic convention. In his speech, Bush said "How are they going to unite the country and build consensus if they couldn't decide on who they wanted to have as their nominee and can't decide on which direction they want to take the country over the course of the next four years."
Also, the Vice President's Vice Presidential shortlist was also released. On the list were:
Former Governor George Deukmejian of California
House Majority leader Dick Cheney of Wyoming
Former Governor Tom Kean of New Jersey
Senator Pete Domenici of California
Senator John Danforth of Missouri
Senator Dan Quayle of Indiana
Governor Tommy Thompson of Wisconsin
One day after the Democratic Convention, Vice President Bush, in a speech to a crowd of supporters in New Jersey responded to the Democratic convention. In his speech, Bush said "How are they going to unite the country and build consensus if they couldn't decide on who they wanted to have as their nominee and can't decide on which direction they want to take the country over the course of the next four years."
Also, the Vice President's Vice Presidential shortlist was also released. On the list were:
Former Governor George Deukmejian of California
House Majority leader Dick Cheney of Wyoming
Former Governor Tom Kean of New Jersey
Senator Pete Domenici of California
Senator John Danforth of Missouri
Senator Dan Quayle of Indiana
Governor Tommy Thompson of Wisconsin
The Campaign through the month of July:
Now that the Democrats officially have a nominee, there were now able to run a general election campaign, something the Republicans have been able to do since April. Governor Brown and Reverend Jackson hit the campaign trail hard, sometimes campaigning together and sometime campaigning separately. Brown attacked Bush on several occasions, calling his economic and trade policies irresponsible and said that his calls for unity and consensus are nothing more than pandering.
Bush responded to Brown's attacks saying that "when he calls my economic plans irresponsible, at least my position on taxes, he's calling his plan irresponsible as there aren't many differences between the two plans. As for his claims of me being a panderer, in order to get our country moving again, we first need to unify and we need to build consensus. If the former Governor isn't willing to do that than he's part of the problem and not the solution. I understand that people are frustrated. The governor does to, we both want to get special interests out of our politics and give power back to the people. Governor Brown's way of doing that however would prove to be damaging, especially to businesses."
Now that the Democrats officially have a nominee, there were now able to run a general election campaign, something the Republicans have been able to do since April. Governor Brown and Reverend Jackson hit the campaign trail hard, sometimes campaigning together and sometime campaigning separately. Brown attacked Bush on several occasions, calling his economic and trade policies irresponsible and said that his calls for unity and consensus are nothing more than pandering.
Bush responded to Brown's attacks saying that "when he calls my economic plans irresponsible, at least my position on taxes, he's calling his plan irresponsible as there aren't many differences between the two plans. As for his claims of me being a panderer, in order to get our country moving again, we first need to unify and we need to build consensus. If the former Governor isn't willing to do that than he's part of the problem and not the solution. I understand that people are frustrated. The governor does to, we both want to get special interests out of our politics and give power back to the people. Governor Brown's way of doing that however would prove to be damaging, especially to businesses."
George Bush announces his VP Pick:
On August 12th, Vice President George Bush announced his choice for his running mate in a Press Conference in Houston. Bush chose former California Governor George Deukmejian. Deukmejian, being the first and only Governor Armenian decent, was now the first Armenian Vice Presidential candidate of either major party. The former Republican governor had a conservative record as governor, cutting taxes, environmental regulations and consumer protection regulations, as well as steep spending cuts. The choice was well received in the party, especially by conservatives.
On August 12th, Vice President George Bush announced his choice for his running mate in a Press Conference in Houston. Bush chose former California Governor George Deukmejian. Deukmejian, being the first and only Governor Armenian decent, was now the first Armenian Vice Presidential candidate of either major party. The former Republican governor had a conservative record as governor, cutting taxes, environmental regulations and consumer protection regulations, as well as steep spending cuts. The choice was well received in the party, especially by conservatives.
The 1992 Republican Convention Part One:
The Republican National Convention took place from August 17th-August 20th, 1992 at the Astrodome in Houston, Texas. The Keynote Speaker was Indiana Senator Richard Lugar. Other Speakers included Speaker of the House Bob Michel, Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole, 1988 Republican Presidential nominee Paul Laxalt and Senator Phil Graham of Texas.
Former Vice President Reagan also spoke, giving the final speech of his political career. In his speech, Reagan endorsed the ticket and called for a Republican Revolution. However, it was the end of his speech that was most remembered and most heart breaking. At the end of his speech, the former Vice President revealed to the convention an the nation that: "Recently, my doctors have told me I'm one of millions of Americans who will be afflicted with Alzheimer's Disease. Nancy and I contemplated as to whether or not we wanted to make this public, but felt it would be best to do so in order to bring attention to this disease. At the moment I feel fine, but unfortunately, this will progress, and I only wish I could spare Nancy and my family the hardships that will come as a result. I want to close this speech by saying thank you. Thank you for all your support over the years and for allowing me the great honor to serve in public life. May God bless you all, and may God bless the United States of America."
After Mr. Reagan spoke, Former California Governor and Vice Presidential candidate George Deukmejian spoke:
"Mr. Chairman, fellow delegates, fellow Republican, fellow Americans. Let me start off by saying that the Reagans are in my prayers. Ronald Reagan will be remembered as a great Vice President and one of the best Governors California ever had, if not the best. Most importantly, he will be remembered as a great American and a great man. I humbly and graciously accept the nomination for Vice President of the United States. This land is a great land, and a land of great opportunities, and me, the son of Armenian Immigrants, speaking to this convention as the Republican nominee for Vice President is proof of that. The state of our Country, however is not so great. We have millions of our people out of work, and a President in the White House who believes that everything thing is fine and getting better. This does not help those who are out of work. We need to get the private sector moving again by cutting corporate taxes and regulations so that jobs can be created. Increasing the size and scope of the federal government will not do. This worked in California, it will work for America and George Bush will do this for America. We also, with the Cold War being over, need to demonstrate leadership in the world, George Bush will do this... This election is an important one. Do you want to continue down the path of gridlock and stagnation? Or do you want to take American down a new path, a path that will lead us to prosperity? If you answered yes to the latter question, vote for George Bush this November. Thank you, God bless you, and God bless America."
The Republican National Convention took place from August 17th-August 20th, 1992 at the Astrodome in Houston, Texas. The Keynote Speaker was Indiana Senator Richard Lugar. Other Speakers included Speaker of the House Bob Michel, Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole, 1988 Republican Presidential nominee Paul Laxalt and Senator Phil Graham of Texas.
Former Vice President Reagan also spoke, giving the final speech of his political career. In his speech, Reagan endorsed the ticket and called for a Republican Revolution. However, it was the end of his speech that was most remembered and most heart breaking. At the end of his speech, the former Vice President revealed to the convention an the nation that: "Recently, my doctors have told me I'm one of millions of Americans who will be afflicted with Alzheimer's Disease. Nancy and I contemplated as to whether or not we wanted to make this public, but felt it would be best to do so in order to bring attention to this disease. At the moment I feel fine, but unfortunately, this will progress, and I only wish I could spare Nancy and my family the hardships that will come as a result. I want to close this speech by saying thank you. Thank you for all your support over the years and for allowing me the great honor to serve in public life. May God bless you all, and may God bless the United States of America."
After Mr. Reagan spoke, Former California Governor and Vice Presidential candidate George Deukmejian spoke:
"Mr. Chairman, fellow delegates, fellow Republican, fellow Americans. Let me start off by saying that the Reagans are in my prayers. Ronald Reagan will be remembered as a great Vice President and one of the best Governors California ever had, if not the best. Most importantly, he will be remembered as a great American and a great man. I humbly and graciously accept the nomination for Vice President of the United States. This land is a great land, and a land of great opportunities, and me, the son of Armenian Immigrants, speaking to this convention as the Republican nominee for Vice President is proof of that. The state of our Country, however is not so great. We have millions of our people out of work, and a President in the White House who believes that everything thing is fine and getting better. This does not help those who are out of work. We need to get the private sector moving again by cutting corporate taxes and regulations so that jobs can be created. Increasing the size and scope of the federal government will not do. This worked in California, it will work for America and George Bush will do this for America. We also, with the Cold War being over, need to demonstrate leadership in the world, George Bush will do this... This election is an important one. Do you want to continue down the path of gridlock and stagnation? Or do you want to take American down a new path, a path that will lead us to prosperity? If you answered yes to the latter question, vote for George Bush this November. Thank you, God bless you, and God bless America."
Reagan with Alzheimer's is certainly heart-breaking. Also, I'm not sure who I want to win. On one hand, Bush is a moderate Republican. On the other, I like how Jerry Brown takes things from all sides of the spectrum.
Also, I like the clash between Brown's and Hart's view of how the US is doing.
Also, I like the clash between Brown's and Hart's view of how the US is doing.
The 1992 Republican Convention Part Two:
On the final Day of the Convention, Former President Gerald Ford and Republican Presidential nominee Vice President George Bush gave speeches. Former President Ford gave his first:
"Mr. Chairman, fellow Republican, my fellow Americans. Thank you for inviting me to speak here today. As is the case with every convention, we nominate a candidate to be our nominee for President of the United States. This convention is no exception, and this year we nominated a great candidate. George Bush is a great man and a great American who gave his country almost a half century of service. First as a military man, then a congressman, an ambassador to the UN, chairman of the Republican party, an ambassador to China, director of the CIA, Secretary of State, and when called to do so by the United States Senate, Vice President. This is a remarkable resume and these are great qualifications to have in a President. This is why today I am endorsing George Bush for President of the United States, and I pledge to him and to this convention that I will do everything in my power between now and election day to get him elected the next President. Tonight I also want to give my endorsement for Vice President to Former California Governor George Deukmejian. One thing that makes a good President is a good Vice President, and Governor Deukmejian will be a fine Vice President. I also want to use this opportunity to say that my thoughts and prayers are with my Vice President and friend Ronald Reagan and his wife Nancy, and their family. I will always be grateful to Ron for agreeing to be my Vice President. We made a great team and history will remember Ronald Reagan as one of the best Vice Presidents this country ever had.
Eight years ago, my Presidency came to an end. Our economy was growing and America was a liked and respected leader around the world. Unfortunately, today that is not the case.... We need to get our economy growing again, and, especially in the post Cold War era, be an example and a leader in the world. George Bush has what it takes to do this, and if this is what you want for America, than vote for George Bush and George Deukmejian this November. Now, I'd like to introduce the next President of the United States, Vice President George Bush."
Vice President Bush, after being introduced by President Ford, gave his Acceptance Speech:
"Mr. Chairman. Fellow Delegates, fellow Citizens. I stand here today honored and will always be grateful to you for giving the nomination to be your President, and thank President Ford for your kind words and for all the opportunities he has given me over the years, and thank you for all you have done for America. History will remember you well and Barbara and I wish you and Mrs. Ford many years of happiness. I also want to thank Vice President Reagan for all he has done for my campaign and want him to know that he and his family are in my thoughts and prayers. He is a great man and a great American. Thank you also to Governor George Deukmejian for agreeing to be my running mate. I look forward to working with you over the next 3 months and look forward to working with you in the White House over the next four years. Finally I want to thank my campaign staff and give a special thanks to my family, most importantly, my wife Barbara for all they've done for me...
Our Country is the greatest country in the world and a land of many opportunities. However, while our country is still a great country, it is currently hurting. Our economy is stagnant, people are out of work, our people are divided, and our government is even more divided and gridlocked. Our country is in desperate need of healing. We need to unite our people by working together to get our economy moving again and to put people back to work, and make the final years of the 20th century the strongest years of the 20th century. I want a kinder, gentler nation, with a thousand points of light...
The world is also looking to America for leadership in the post Cold War era. We must show our allies that they have a friend in America, and friend that will do all it can to make the post war world safe and peaceful. We must also make clear to our enemies that we will be respected...
All of this and more can be done, but only if we work together... Thank you, God Bless you, and may God Bless the United States of America."
The Convention was well received, even some Democrats conceded that this convention was more organized than theirs that took place in New York. After he revealed his illness, the Reagans received outpouring support from across the country from people of all political affiliations. Former President Ford also received praise for his speech, as did Governor Deukmejian and Vice President Bush. George Bush also received a boost in the polls from the convention. He was now beating Governor Brown by a 54%-44% margin of victory.
On the final Day of the Convention, Former President Gerald Ford and Republican Presidential nominee Vice President George Bush gave speeches. Former President Ford gave his first:
"Mr. Chairman, fellow Republican, my fellow Americans. Thank you for inviting me to speak here today. As is the case with every convention, we nominate a candidate to be our nominee for President of the United States. This convention is no exception, and this year we nominated a great candidate. George Bush is a great man and a great American who gave his country almost a half century of service. First as a military man, then a congressman, an ambassador to the UN, chairman of the Republican party, an ambassador to China, director of the CIA, Secretary of State, and when called to do so by the United States Senate, Vice President. This is a remarkable resume and these are great qualifications to have in a President. This is why today I am endorsing George Bush for President of the United States, and I pledge to him and to this convention that I will do everything in my power between now and election day to get him elected the next President. Tonight I also want to give my endorsement for Vice President to Former California Governor George Deukmejian. One thing that makes a good President is a good Vice President, and Governor Deukmejian will be a fine Vice President. I also want to use this opportunity to say that my thoughts and prayers are with my Vice President and friend Ronald Reagan and his wife Nancy, and their family. I will always be grateful to Ron for agreeing to be my Vice President. We made a great team and history will remember Ronald Reagan as one of the best Vice Presidents this country ever had.
Eight years ago, my Presidency came to an end. Our economy was growing and America was a liked and respected leader around the world. Unfortunately, today that is not the case.... We need to get our economy growing again, and, especially in the post Cold War era, be an example and a leader in the world. George Bush has what it takes to do this, and if this is what you want for America, than vote for George Bush and George Deukmejian this November. Now, I'd like to introduce the next President of the United States, Vice President George Bush."
Vice President Bush, after being introduced by President Ford, gave his Acceptance Speech:
"Mr. Chairman. Fellow Delegates, fellow Citizens. I stand here today honored and will always be grateful to you for giving the nomination to be your President, and thank President Ford for your kind words and for all the opportunities he has given me over the years, and thank you for all you have done for America. History will remember you well and Barbara and I wish you and Mrs. Ford many years of happiness. I also want to thank Vice President Reagan for all he has done for my campaign and want him to know that he and his family are in my thoughts and prayers. He is a great man and a great American. Thank you also to Governor George Deukmejian for agreeing to be my running mate. I look forward to working with you over the next 3 months and look forward to working with you in the White House over the next four years. Finally I want to thank my campaign staff and give a special thanks to my family, most importantly, my wife Barbara for all they've done for me...
Our Country is the greatest country in the world and a land of many opportunities. However, while our country is still a great country, it is currently hurting. Our economy is stagnant, people are out of work, our people are divided, and our government is even more divided and gridlocked. Our country is in desperate need of healing. We need to unite our people by working together to get our economy moving again and to put people back to work, and make the final years of the 20th century the strongest years of the 20th century. I want a kinder, gentler nation, with a thousand points of light...
The world is also looking to America for leadership in the post Cold War era. We must show our allies that they have a friend in America, and friend that will do all it can to make the post war world safe and peaceful. We must also make clear to our enemies that we will be respected...
All of this and more can be done, but only if we work together... Thank you, God Bless you, and may God Bless the United States of America."
The Convention was well received, even some Democrats conceded that this convention was more organized than theirs that took place in New York. After he revealed his illness, the Reagans received outpouring support from across the country from people of all political affiliations. Former President Ford also received praise for his speech, as did Governor Deukmejian and Vice President Bush. George Bush also received a boost in the polls from the convention. He was now beating Governor Brown by a 54%-44% margin of victory.
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Good update dw93. The Republicans seem much more united and organized than the Democrats. I think Bush will win a victory with over 300 EVs, but you might prove me wrong. Very minor nitpick but your update had some typos, such as 'my' without the 'm', no 'Governor' in 'Former California Governor Deukmejian' and 'One thing that makes a good Vice-President is a good Vie-President.' Of course this is all unimportant, you got all the important stuff right and I'm looking forward to the remaining updates.
Good update dw93. The Republicans seem much more united and organized than the Democrats. I think Bush will win a victory with over 300 EVs, but you might prove me wrong. Very minor nitpick but your update had some typos, such as 'my' without the 'm', no 'Governor' in 'Former California Governor Deukmejian' and 'One thing that makes a good Vice-President is a good Vie-President.' Of course this is all unimportant, you got all the important stuff right and I'm looking forward to the remaining updates.
Thanks I'll fix the errors. My computer sucks, so I'll type a key and it won't go
The Campaign through the month of September:
The campaign raged on through the month of September. The candidates hit the campaign hard, especially in the swing states, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Vermont, Michigan, Iowa, Ohio, Illinois, California, New Mexico, and Colorado.
At a campaign rally in California on September 1st, Governor Brown said of the Vice President that "He claims to be a candidate of unity, a candidate that's going to get the country moving again. The truth is, he's part of the problem. He's bought and paid for by the interests that have created this mess..."
George Bush, at a rally in Michigan on September 2nd, said of Jerry Brown that "He's an extremist. Extreme economically, socially, internationally, and otherwise. That doesn't make a good President. How is a man who can't unify his own party, unify the Country."
The polls showed Vice President Bush being correct about Jerry Brown being unable to unify his Party. 19% of Democrats, according to a September 2nd Gallup poll, were planning to vote for the Republican nominee in November, as opposed to only 4% of Republicans who planned to vote for the Democratic nominee. That same poll showed the Vice President beating the former Democratic governor by a margin 52-46%.
The campaign raged on through the month of September. The candidates hit the campaign hard, especially in the swing states, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Vermont, Michigan, Iowa, Ohio, Illinois, California, New Mexico, and Colorado.
At a campaign rally in California on September 1st, Governor Brown said of the Vice President that "He claims to be a candidate of unity, a candidate that's going to get the country moving again. The truth is, he's part of the problem. He's bought and paid for by the interests that have created this mess..."
George Bush, at a rally in Michigan on September 2nd, said of Jerry Brown that "He's an extremist. Extreme economically, socially, internationally, and otherwise. That doesn't make a good President. How is a man who can't unify his own party, unify the Country."
The polls showed Vice President Bush being correct about Jerry Brown being unable to unify his Party. 19% of Democrats, according to a September 2nd Gallup poll, were planning to vote for the Republican nominee in November, as opposed to only 4% of Republicans who planned to vote for the Democratic nominee. That same poll showed the Vice President beating the former Democratic governor by a margin 52-46%.
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President Hart is interviewed about his role in the Campaign:
On September 7th, President Hart was interviewed by ABC news about the Presidential campaign and his role in it. The interviewer, Peter Jennings asked the President if he supported his party's nominee. The President responded by saying that "I do. We need to keep the White House and take back the congress." Jennings asked the President why he hadn't been on the campaign trail and the President responded by saying that "I have been. I've made appearances for numerous candidates across the country." Jennings followed up with "Why haven't you campaigned for Governor Brown?" The President said that the Brown campaign never asked him to. "Would you if they did Mr. President." "Of course I would Peter."
The President also was asked about the budget agreement that he and congress reached. He said that "well, we all agreed that we didn't want a fight over the budget and we certainly didn't want a shutdown. I was happy that the congress did not put Medicare on the table again, and that there wasn't a budget freeze. Millions of Americans were hit hard by the budget freeze of last year, this budget expands unemployment benefits for those who lost their jobs." The President's approval ratings stood at 41%.
On September 7th, President Hart was interviewed by ABC news about the Presidential campaign and his role in it. The interviewer, Peter Jennings asked the President if he supported his party's nominee. The President responded by saying that "I do. We need to keep the White House and take back the congress." Jennings asked the President why he hadn't been on the campaign trail and the President responded by saying that "I have been. I've made appearances for numerous candidates across the country." Jennings followed up with "Why haven't you campaigned for Governor Brown?" The President said that the Brown campaign never asked him to. "Would you if they did Mr. President." "Of course I would Peter."
The President also was asked about the budget agreement that he and congress reached. He said that "well, we all agreed that we didn't want a fight over the budget and we certainly didn't want a shutdown. I was happy that the congress did not put Medicare on the table again, and that there wasn't a budget freeze. Millions of Americans were hit hard by the budget freeze of last year, this budget expands unemployment benefits for those who lost their jobs." The President's approval ratings stood at 41%.
Nope. I've always felt a Democrat (if that's really what he is) like Brown could only get elected President in a year that is very, very bad for the GOP (EX: 1932, 2008).
The Debates:
The first of two Presidential Debates took place on October 11th, 1992 in the Field House at Washington University in St Louis. The candidates were asked questions about both domestic and foreign policy. On taxes, Governor Brown called for a flat tax, except on corporations, who would see their taxes increase under the former Governor's plan. The Vice President rebutted by saying that raising taxes on corporations would only hurt corporations and hurt their ability to create jobs, which Bush said were desperately needed. On foreign policy, Vice President Bush said that the United States in a post Cold War era has an obligation to be a leader in the world to ensure Peace and must act when necessary, claiming that President Hart waited too long to intervene in Panama. The Vice President also said that the U.S. may have to intervene in the humanitarian crisis in Somalia if necessary. Governor Brown said the United States needs to intervene less and focus on the problems at home.
The Vice Presidential Debate between Reverend Jackson and Former Governor Deukmejian took place two days later in Atlanta Georgia. The debate took place for 90 minutes, and just like in the first Presidential debate, the candidates were asked questions about both foreign and domestic policy. The debate was pretty uneventful until Reverend Jackson was asked about his support of restitution for descendants of slaves, and if restitution would be a priority of a Brown administration. Jackson answered by saying that "I do still support restitution for descendants of slaves, and while it is not a top priority of our administration, I hope it is something we can eventually achieve." When asked if Governor Brown shared his views, Jackson said "I'm not sure, that's something you'd have to ask him."
The second Presidential debate that took place on October 15th in Richmond Virginia was a town hall format. With Reverend Jackson's remarks about restitution at the Vice Presidential debate, Governor Brown, at the start of the debate, was asked by many people, both for and against restitution, if he shared the views of his running mate and if this would be a priority of a Brown administration. Brown responded by saying that "It's something that I have to look into" and that "as of now it is not a priority of my administration." Vice President Bush responded by saying that "I do not support restitution. I understand why those who support it are in support of it, I would like to work towards strengthening race relations in our Country, but I do not feel restitution is the correct way to do it." The Vice President was also asked about how he was going to bring people together, and Bush responded by saying "I will sit down with leaders of both parties and we find common ground. Health Care reform was a perfect example of this. The President, myself, and members of congress agreed that Health care needed reform, but didn't agree on how to reform it. We then sat down, worked together, and passed reform that we could all agree on. That is how you bring people together, and that's how you get things done." Governor Brown also answered the question by saying that "I agree that we need to work together to solve problems. However, you also need to not compromise principle, and if elected, I pledge that I will not compromise my principles."
The first of two Presidential Debates took place on October 11th, 1992 in the Field House at Washington University in St Louis. The candidates were asked questions about both domestic and foreign policy. On taxes, Governor Brown called for a flat tax, except on corporations, who would see their taxes increase under the former Governor's plan. The Vice President rebutted by saying that raising taxes on corporations would only hurt corporations and hurt their ability to create jobs, which Bush said were desperately needed. On foreign policy, Vice President Bush said that the United States in a post Cold War era has an obligation to be a leader in the world to ensure Peace and must act when necessary, claiming that President Hart waited too long to intervene in Panama. The Vice President also said that the U.S. may have to intervene in the humanitarian crisis in Somalia if necessary. Governor Brown said the United States needs to intervene less and focus on the problems at home.
The Vice Presidential Debate between Reverend Jackson and Former Governor Deukmejian took place two days later in Atlanta Georgia. The debate took place for 90 minutes, and just like in the first Presidential debate, the candidates were asked questions about both foreign and domestic policy. The debate was pretty uneventful until Reverend Jackson was asked about his support of restitution for descendants of slaves, and if restitution would be a priority of a Brown administration. Jackson answered by saying that "I do still support restitution for descendants of slaves, and while it is not a top priority of our administration, I hope it is something we can eventually achieve." When asked if Governor Brown shared his views, Jackson said "I'm not sure, that's something you'd have to ask him."
The second Presidential debate that took place on October 15th in Richmond Virginia was a town hall format. With Reverend Jackson's remarks about restitution at the Vice Presidential debate, Governor Brown, at the start of the debate, was asked by many people, both for and against restitution, if he shared the views of his running mate and if this would be a priority of a Brown administration. Brown responded by saying that "It's something that I have to look into" and that "as of now it is not a priority of my administration." Vice President Bush responded by saying that "I do not support restitution. I understand why those who support it are in support of it, I would like to work towards strengthening race relations in our Country, but I do not feel restitution is the correct way to do it." The Vice President was also asked about how he was going to bring people together, and Bush responded by saying "I will sit down with leaders of both parties and we find common ground. Health Care reform was a perfect example of this. The President, myself, and members of congress agreed that Health care needed reform, but didn't agree on how to reform it. We then sat down, worked together, and passed reform that we could all agree on. That is how you bring people together, and that's how you get things done." Governor Brown also answered the question by saying that "I agree that we need to work together to solve problems. However, you also need to not compromise principle, and if elected, I pledge that I will not compromise my principles."