Elizabeth Dole in CNN political race coverage


On Abortion: Good & honorable people disagree-move on to other issues

Dole calls herself "pro-life" but acknowledges that a constitutional amendment banning abortion "is not going to happen because the American people do not support it." She [suggests we] "recognize that good and honorable people disagree on the subject of abortion, and we should agree to respectfully disagree." Dole notes that other important women's issues, such as domestic violence, child care, and sexual harassment are "nearly ignored" while differences over abortion policy command media attention.
Source: CNN coverage: AllPolitics Apr 15, 1999

On Education: Decisions on teaching evolution should be made locally

On teaching evolution in schools, Dole says the decision should be made at the local level.
Source: CNN coverage by Bruce Morton Aug 27, 1999

On Government Reform: Dole withdraws from race; cites campaign finance

Elizabeth Dole abandoned her bid for the 2000 Republican presidential nomination, citing an inability to raise money. "The bottom line remains money," she said. Later, she said soft money should be phased out. But she also said the $1,000 per donor contribution limit to presidential campaigns - set in 1974 - needs to be changed. "That doesn't even reflect the rate of inflation. [It should be] increased, perhaps to as much as $5,000."
Source: CNN.com coverage Oct 20, 1999

On Jobs: Stabilize farm economy by increasing farm exports

The next president. must stabilize the farm economy by exercising leadership to expand domestic markets and increase exports.
Source: CNN coverage: AllPolitics Jun 12, 1999

On War & Peace: Too many politicians made responses too slow

Dole says too many politicians were involved in what should be a military campaign. She said NATO hasn't been flying as many sorties as the US did in the Persian Gulf war and that the alliance was late in targeting communications systems in the region, allowing the Yugoslav government to continue its propaganda campaign.
Source: CNN coverage: AllPolitics May 10, 1999

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