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Democrats shocked the nation by winning key gubernatorial seats in traditionally Republican states, including Iowa, Alabama, and South Carolina, but ultimately failed to gain a significant advantage in the long run. The Republican Party maintained its strong influence in the nation, securing wins in most heavily populated states and setting
Republican Party (United States)
In a bid to sway voters in New York's tight Senate race, both the Democratic and Republican parties are working feverishly to get their supporters to the polls. According to reports, the Democratic Party has deployed over 500 volunteers to distribute 70,000 fliers urging voters to support
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House Judiciary Committee chairman Rep. Henry J. Hyde, an Illinois Republican, has been quietly preparing for the possibility of holding full-blown impeachment proceedings against President Clinton, citing the need to follow established precedents. Whitewater independent counsel Kenneth W. Starr is expected to wrap up his investigation and send a final
Republican Party (United States)
The Monica Lewinsky scandal has become a deeply polarizing issue, with partisanship playing a significant role in shaping public attitudes. Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott's flip-flop on the affair has highlighted the party's attempt to defend independent counsel Kenneth Starr, despite his deep unpopularity. According to
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Senator Trent Lott, the Republican majority leader, has intensified pressure on President Clinton to be more forthcoming about the scandal surrounding his relationship with former White House intern Monica Lewinsky. Amidst criticism from fellow Republicans for his public comments on the matter, Lott urged Clinton to reveal the truth about
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As the investigation into President Clinton's relationship with former White House intern Monica Lewinsky continues, a rift is emerging among prominent Republicans in Congress. Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott's recent comments on CNN's Evans and Novak show have sparked discord among Republican leaders, with
Gingrich, Newt
A day after two Republican House ethics committee members opposed a censure for Speaker Newt Gingrich, a former chairman of the panel called such a public stance unprecedented. The move has raised concerns among Democratic lawmakers, who pointed out that ethics committee members have historically been cautious about making public
Gingrich, Newt
House Republican leaders rallied their party members in a conference call yesterday, urging them to rally behind embattled Speaker Newt Gingrich. Gingrich has been facing mounting pressure over ethics charges related to the use of tax-exempt funds for political purposes. Despite the efforts of the Republican leadership, it appears unlikely
Republican Party (United States)
The first year of the 104th Congress was marked by confrontation and struggle between Republicans and Democrats as Republicans sought to implement a broad mandate to shrink government, slash taxes, and dismantle much of the federal safety net. Led by House Speaker Newt Gingrich and the 73 hard-driving House freshmen,
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President Clinton used his April 1 radio address to emphasize the importance of education and criticize proposed cutbacks in the area, while refraining from directly attacking Republicans. Speaking at Little Rock's Gibbs magnet school, Clinton stated that Washington is in the midst of a "great debate"
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House Democrats unveiled a revised tax-relief plan that focuses on deductions for education, marking a significant opposition to the Republican tax-cut proposal. The Democratic plan, led by House Democratic leader Richard Gephardt, offers a more affordable option that is consistent with balancing the budget. The plan allows families earning an
Petroleum
The Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) is planning to capitalize on growing opposition to government interference in the private sector to advance the industry's agenda. IPAA President Denise Bode emphasizes the need for environmental laws that are based on good science with reasonable economic trade-offs, rather than
