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And Pierce, the House minority leader, told The Associated Press he would continue to fight Weld for the convention delegates.

Author: By Vanessa L. Walker, | Title: Republican Gubernatorial Candidates Look Ahead to Weekend Convention | 3/6/1990 | See Source »

"We've got a very strong opponent who's outspending us. We're taking nothing for granted," Pierce said.

Author: By Vanessa L. Walker, | Title: Republican Gubernatorial Candidates Look Ahead to Weekend Convention | 3/6/1990 | See Source »

Most observers predict that the two leading candidates--State Rep. Steven D. Pierce (R-Westfield) and former U.S. prosecutor William F. Weld '66--will each garner enough delegates at the convention to stay on the ticket.

Author: By Vanessa L. Walker, | Title: Republican Gubernatorial Candidates Look Ahead to Weekend Convention | 3/6/1990 | See Source »

However, some are questioning that prediction thanks to a recent poll of 300 delegates, conducted last week by The Boston Herald and WCVBTV. That poll showed Pierce ahead of Weld by 13 percent going into the convention.

Author: By Vanessa L. Walker, | Title: Republican Gubernatorial Candidates Look Ahead to Weekend Convention | 3/6/1990 | See Source »

State Rep. John C. Bradford (R-Rochester) said he felt there was a "real chance" of a supermajority for Pierce, citing the results of the Herald poll.

Author: By Vanessa L. Walker, | Title: Republican Gubernatorial Candidates Look Ahead to Weekend Convention | 3/6/1990 | See Source »

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