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Weld has taken a harsh line on welfare, spoken favorably of Bob Dole's irresponsible tax cutting plan and been lukewarm in his support for sustaining government's role in education. He has taken a superficial approach to combatting crime, calling for stiffer sentences and manadatory minimums while ignoring the roots of the problem. His stand against the Republican convention sent an important message to the right wing of the party; however, his resounding endorsement of Dole for president and his refusal to rule out supporting Senator Jesse Helms as Foreign Relations Committee chair were less impressive moves...
Crawford is a mainstream Democrat who emphasizes education, the elderly and health care. In keeping with his professorial background, he would increase Pell grants and other federally subsidized college loans. While he says Medicare reform is a must, he believes G.O.P. proposals to fix it are too harsh...
QUOTE OF NOTE: "I don't want to be glib, but I think in general, politics in the country...has become quite harsh and sometimes brutal. Debate is sharp, and people go after...
Livingston, a moderate Republican in the mold of one-time Representative and former New York City mayor John Lindsay, is pro-choice and pro-gun control. He also supported welfare reform, provided its harsh edges be blunted. In a district famous for bleeding-heart capitalists, Livingston preaches economic productivity to constituents who probably don't need his help, but traditionally like to help others...
...Midwest, Wisconsin has long been on the forefront of political change. The G.O.P. has roots to the progressive politics of 19th century German settlers, and the state's welfare system served as a model for the 1996 national welfare-reform bill. In a state known for harsh winters and short summers, favorite pastimes include watching hockey and the Green Bay Packers with their devoted "Cheesehead" fans. The Badger State has nine House seats, and with two being vacated by the G.O.P. and another held by a freshman, the Republicans need an escape act similar to native son Harry Houdini...