Gentleman Biaggi
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Aaaaaanddd @Meyer London is suffering from Post-University of Wisconsin loss Depression, and entered it too late for us to write an update
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You Gotta Have Hart: A Different 1988 and Beyond
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Gentleman Biaggi
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So since @Meyer London does this for all primaries, I might as well do this for a foreign one:
Who do you think will win the 1988 French Presidential Election?
Who do you think will win the 1988 French Presidential Election?
Mitterand, plain and simple. Among other things, the French have seen enough of Thatcher's Britain to not want that.
Zodiac Revisited
With The Gentleman boarding an aircraft and leaving me alone, here’s a whacky post for you all:
February 10th, 1988
An article appearing in the San Francisco Chronicle
Search Warrant Served On Zodiac Killer Suspect Turns Up New Questions
For only the second time in the twenty plus year run of the Zodiac Killer mystery, a search warrant has been served on a suspect of the horrifying crimes.
Police in Vallejo searched the home of Arthur Leigh Allen last week after procuring a search warrant.
Inside sources report that the bulk of the items taken from the home were in connection to a typewriter owned by Allen.
Arthur Leigh Allen is no new face to investigators; in fact, he has long been held as the top suspect by most experts on the case.
Allen, who has lived and worked in the Vallejo area his entire life, admitted to being in the vicinity of the Lake Berryessa attacks at the time that they took place.
Most notably, one of Allen’s friends, Donald Chaney, told police in 1971 that Allen had discussed taking the alter ego “Zodiac Killer” and hunting couples in the Los Angeles suburbs.
With this being only the second search warrant ever served in the history of the case, it will be intriguing to see if anything comes of this, and if the mystery of the Zodiac Killer can finally be revealed.
February 10th, 1988
An article appearing in the San Francisco Chronicle
Search Warrant Served On Zodiac Killer Suspect Turns Up New Questions
For only the second time in the twenty plus year run of the Zodiac Killer mystery, a search warrant has been served on a suspect of the horrifying crimes.
Police in Vallejo searched the home of Arthur Leigh Allen last week after procuring a search warrant.
Inside sources report that the bulk of the items taken from the home were in connection to a typewriter owned by Allen.
Arthur Leigh Allen is no new face to investigators; in fact, he has long been held as the top suspect by most experts on the case.
Allen, who has lived and worked in the Vallejo area his entire life, admitted to being in the vicinity of the Lake Berryessa attacks at the time that they took place.
Most notably, one of Allen’s friends, Donald Chaney, told police in 1971 that Allen had discussed taking the alter ego “Zodiac Killer” and hunting couples in the Los Angeles suburbs.
With this being only the second search warrant ever served in the history of the case, it will be intriguing to see if anything comes of this, and if the mystery of the Zodiac Killer can finally be revealed.
Interesting. We may close one of the 20th century's greatest serial mysteries.
Although essentially filler, it's a nice piece of work that does bring some interest. Still, I do want to know what's happening in the caucuses.
Haha, filler is the best way to put it, but I did think it was interesting enough to warrant a post. Gentleman and I may finally be on the same page in terms of schedule over the next day or so, so expect to see the main event soon.
Gentleman Biaggi
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*Laughs until death*
Just don't expect Jack Shit tomorrow, that's the only concrete thing
What a family. The dad kills Kennedy, and the kid becomes a serial killer.
Gentleman Biaggi
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Due to a strain of life and other TL ideas, I've decided I can't finish this TL. @Meyer London will carry it from now on. It's been a wonderful opportunity, but I can't use it with my schoolwork piling up.
I got you didn't I?
I got you didn't I?
It ain't even April Fool's Day yet. Why submit us to cruelty like this?
Gentleman Biaggi
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couldn't wait that long
I was gonna do it on Christmas, but I'm not that evil
Kerrey Endorsement
Gentleman Biaggi
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February 11th, 1988
“As we pull into the New Hampshire primary, I see only one true option."
"One way to change the establishment that has crippled us for so long.”
"We need Lee Iacocca.”
We need him to lead our nation back to prosperity!”
"To send us to hights only seen during the term of Franklin Roosevelt,"
"To send the party of Roosevelt, Kennedy, and Johnson back to those prosperous days."
"We need Lee Iacocca!”
-Former Nebraska Governor Bob Kerrey
“As we pull into the New Hampshire primary, I see only one true option."
"One way to change the establishment that has crippled us for so long.”
"We need Lee Iacocca.”
We need him to lead our nation back to prosperity!”
"To send us to hights only seen during the term of Franklin Roosevelt,"
"To send the party of Roosevelt, Kennedy, and Johnson back to those prosperous days."
"We need Lee Iacocca!”
-Former Nebraska Governor Bob Kerrey
Interesting news. Now that the endorsements are starting, it's most likely going to be a war between Lee and Gary. Of course, we all know who Bernie's going to be endorsing...
Gentleman Biaggi
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I just checked out the poll and three things stick out
1. Dicky G has a lead on Paul Simon
2. King Du Point III is beating Quayle and BobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDole
3. Al Gore is beating l e e
Call @Oppo
1. Dicky G has a lead on Paul Simon
2. King Du Point III is beating Quayle and BobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDoleBobDole
3. Al Gore is beating l e e
Call @Oppo
1988 New Hampshire Primaries
February 14th, 1988
"What was so god damned important that you had to drag me out here at this hour, Lee?" George Bush complained. It was five in the morning, and Bush had already was functioning on very little sleep.
"Remember how you said we needed a boost?" Atwater let the question hang in the stagnant air of Bush campaign headquarters in New Hampshire.
"Remember? It's all I think about!" The last few weeks had been extremely rough on George H.W. Bush. After being humiliated by Quayle in Iowa, polling conducted in New Hampshire showed him once again trailing. He had tasked Atwater with putting him over the top.
"Well, I think this is what we have been looking for..." Atwater said with excitement in his voice as an aide set up the television.
"Dan Quayle says he's a supporter of New Hampshire families. And yet, Senator Quayle also supports corporate tax cuts that will give millions to big businesses and take money out of the pockets of ordinary New Hampshire families. Senator Quayle would rather let the rich become richer before he would give back to the middle class. Dan Quayle is not a supporter of families, and is not right for New Hampshire."
The room hung in silence, until a single clap, and then another, and another, came from George Bush. As he broke into applause, as did the entire room. Atwater smiled, much like a shark showing his teeth.
"This needs to be rolled out. Immediately." Bush said.
"Don't worry," Atwater began, "anyone watching the morning news today should've seen it at least three times already."
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February 15th, 1988
Driving to a campaign event in Concord, Gary Hart and his campaign manager Sue Casey had a chance to quickly debrief.
"How're you feeling about your prospects here, Gary?" Hart laughed.
"New Hampshire should be renamed New Hartland, the way I won here four years ago. I can't see myself losing this one. What I'm more worried about is Minnesota and South Dakota in the next week and a half. Iacocca and Simon are going to be strong there."
"Well, if you win tomorrow, note that I said if, you'll be seen as the front runner. That carries a lot of power." Hart thought for a moment before speaking.
"I've heard good things from down South. Dale Bumpers seems to be doing a spectacular job garnering support. I thought for sure those states were locks for Jackson or Gore, but we might just have a shot in a couple of them."
"Bumpers is an incredible resource. We should keep him in mind for the future."
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February 16th, 1988
"We can now report the results of both primaries...
"...We have fought a tough and courageous battle, my friends, but it is with a heavy heart that I must withdraw from this presidential election, effective immediately.
As we continue to fight for American jobs and all of the other issues that Americans care so deeply about, I have come to find that the best man to continue to wage this war against the old guard is none other than Gary Hart.
I will be supporting Gary Hart for President of these United States of America!"
-Richard Gephardt, announcing his withdrawal and subsequent endorsement of Gary Hart
"What was so god damned important that you had to drag me out here at this hour, Lee?" George Bush complained. It was five in the morning, and Bush had already was functioning on very little sleep.
"Remember how you said we needed a boost?" Atwater let the question hang in the stagnant air of Bush campaign headquarters in New Hampshire.
"Remember? It's all I think about!" The last few weeks had been extremely rough on George H.W. Bush. After being humiliated by Quayle in Iowa, polling conducted in New Hampshire showed him once again trailing. He had tasked Atwater with putting him over the top.
"Well, I think this is what we have been looking for..." Atwater said with excitement in his voice as an aide set up the television.
"Dan Quayle says he's a supporter of New Hampshire families. And yet, Senator Quayle also supports corporate tax cuts that will give millions to big businesses and take money out of the pockets of ordinary New Hampshire families. Senator Quayle would rather let the rich become richer before he would give back to the middle class. Dan Quayle is not a supporter of families, and is not right for New Hampshire."
The room hung in silence, until a single clap, and then another, and another, came from George Bush. As he broke into applause, as did the entire room. Atwater smiled, much like a shark showing his teeth.
"This needs to be rolled out. Immediately." Bush said.
"Don't worry," Atwater began, "anyone watching the morning news today should've seen it at least three times already."
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February 15th, 1988
Driving to a campaign event in Concord, Gary Hart and his campaign manager Sue Casey had a chance to quickly debrief.
"How're you feeling about your prospects here, Gary?" Hart laughed.
"New Hampshire should be renamed New Hartland, the way I won here four years ago. I can't see myself losing this one. What I'm more worried about is Minnesota and South Dakota in the next week and a half. Iacocca and Simon are going to be strong there."
"Well, if you win tomorrow, note that I said if, you'll be seen as the front runner. That carries a lot of power." Hart thought for a moment before speaking.
"I've heard good things from down South. Dale Bumpers seems to be doing a spectacular job garnering support. I thought for sure those states were locks for Jackson or Gore, but we might just have a shot in a couple of them."
"Bumpers is an incredible resource. We should keep him in mind for the future."
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February 16th, 1988
"We can now report the results of both primaries...
Republican Results:
George Bush: 33.3%
Dan Quayle: 30.6%
Bob Dole: 27.1%
Pete Du Point: 7.2%
Jack Kemp: 1.8%
Democratic Results:
Gary Hart: 37.4%
Lee Iacocca: 31.2%
Jesse Jackson: 12.4%
Paul Simon: 10.2%
Al Gore: 7.1%
Richard Gephardt: 1.7%
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60 minutes after the resultsGeorge Bush: 33.3%
Dan Quayle: 30.6%
Bob Dole: 27.1%
Pete Du Point: 7.2%
Jack Kemp: 1.8%
Democratic Results:
Gary Hart: 37.4%
Lee Iacocca: 31.2%
Jesse Jackson: 12.4%
Paul Simon: 10.2%
Al Gore: 7.1%
Richard Gephardt: 1.7%
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"...We have fought a tough and courageous battle, my friends, but it is with a heavy heart that I must withdraw from this presidential election, effective immediately.
As we continue to fight for American jobs and all of the other issues that Americans care so deeply about, I have come to find that the best man to continue to wage this war against the old guard is none other than Gary Hart.
I will be supporting Gary Hart for President of these United States of America!"
-Richard Gephardt, announcing his withdrawal and subsequent endorsement of Gary Hart