Election 1996
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The Democrats defeated the Republicans in the US presidential and California Assembly elections of 1996 which had low voter turnout. Moreover, the Republicans failed to gain a majority in the US House and the state Senate. His affirmative action stance and the stance on gun issues cost Bob Dole a chance to stop President Bill Clinton from gaining the votes to be re-elected from California. Though millions of dollars were spent on gaining or defeating an initiative, certain key propositions, such as use of medicinal marijuana and campaign-reform measures, were accepted by the voter.
Publication Name: California Journal
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0008-1205
Year: 1996
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Campaign consultants view Election '96
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Campaign consultants observe that the voter turnout at the 1996 election campaigns of Republicans was low. Democrats attracted a relatively higher number of voters. Latino voters had an influence on some races. The changing lifestyles of the voters affected the precinct walking campaign tactic. Positive and focussed messages were more effective, than negative advertisements. Poll consultants had to raise money for covering the polls. Tracking the polls also turned out be difficult for some of the consultants.
Publication Name: California Journal
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0008-1205
Year: 1997
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The runaway train of 1996? Will an affirmative-action initiative derail Democrats?
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The Democratic Party could lose the 1996 elections if the Affirmative Action Bill, which seeks to abolish preferential treatment for women and minorities in job selection, public employment, contracting and college admissions, is approved. The Republicans support the removal of the special status accorded to Americans on the basis of race, ethnicity or gender.
Publication Name: California Journal
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0008-1205
Year: 1995
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