The 1992 US elections

Article Abstract:

Economic issues and the candidacy of Ross Perot were decisive in Bill Clinton's victory over President Bush in the 1992 election. Bush had seem unbeatable in Mar 1991 but in the end received only 37.7% of the popular vote, 16% less than in 1988. Clinton's 43.3% share of the popular vote and 370 electoral votes gave him a marginal rather than an overwhelming victory. Analysis of exit poll data shows that Bush's failure to back a clearer economic policy caused him to lose more votes to Perot than Clinton did. The prominence of economic issues weakened Bush's attacks on Clinton.

Clinton, Bill, Bush, George H.W., 1992 AD, Perot, H. Ross

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The Nolan Committee: financial interests and constituency service

Article Abstract:

Research identifying that the number of Registered Interests reported by UK Members of Parliament may influence time spent on constituent work may be of assistance to the Nolan Committee in its inquiries into misconduct in government. Members of Parliament are required to report outside financial interests and activities. Analysis of Member workloads reveals that Conservatives with more Registered Interests are working less on issues for constituents. The survey did not address the merits of bringing business or professional experience to Parliament.

United Kingdom, Analysis, Surveys, Conflict of interests (Public office), Political ethics, Conflicts of interest (Public office), United Kingdom. Parliament. House of Commons

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US Campaign 2000: of pregnant chads, butterfly ballots and partisan vitriol

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The controversial outcome of the 2000 presidential election will have significant consequences for election procedures and campaign tactics. George W. Bush's presidency will begin in an atmosphere of Congressional stalemate, elections determined by the courts, and public doubt.

United States, 2000 AD, Presidents, Bush, George W., Political campaigns, Gore, Albert, Jr., Presidential elections

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