Reagan Wins Republican Nomination 1976!

[TommyC1776]

In the spring of 1994 the House passes a budget where most of the money is spent on healthcare and gives the rich up to an 8% increase in taxes to pay for social programs.  The House passes the Budget Act of 1994.  Then it goes to the Senate where they pass it 61-39.  It will be up for revision in 3 years.

The unemployment level had dropped down to 7.5% from being at 8.2%.  President Cuomo's approval rating is 60%.

The Democrats could pick up 15 seats in the House and 2 or 3 in the Senate because of President Cuomo's approval rating.

[TommyC1776]

Republicans are calling the Preisdent "a government grower."  President Cuomo comes back and says "I'd rather have some form of government rather than no government like the GOP want."

Former VP Bentsen states "About 90% of the Republican Party is out of touch."

Former President Goldwater says "I think most of the Democratic Party is out of touch."

[Rooney]

I like the way this timeline is written. The short prose is appealing to the reader. I applaud the efforts of the writer.

[TommyC1776]

On May 1st, 1994 the House passes the North American Free Trade Agreement Act of 1994 278-157.  A few days later the Senate passes it 65-35.  President Cuomo signs it into law on May 30th.

On July 17th, Brazil beats Italy 3-2 in the 1994 World Cup.

World Cup 1994

[TommyC1776]

I like the way this timeline is written. The short prose is appealing to the reader. I applaud the efforts of the writer.

Thanks Rooney.

[TommyC1776]

In the fall of 1994 President Cuomo campaigns hard for Democrats across the country.

He campaigns hard for Tunney against Goldwater in the California Senate race.  "We can't afford Goldwater in the Senate.  He's just too extreme right."

[TommyC1776]

1994 midterms:
House: 58 Democrats, 42 Republicans
Senate: 265 Democrats, 170 Republicans

Former President Barry Goldwater Jr. won his old seat back.

President Cuomo states "Thank you Americans for electing more Democrats."

Senate Majority Leader Ted Kennedy states "We've got more Democrats in the Senate now.  We only need a few Republicans to avoid filibuster."

CA Senator-elect Barry Goldwater Jr. will most likely become the Senate Minority Leader in the next Congress.

[TommyC1776]

On January 3rd, 1995 the 104th Congress begins.  Barry Goldwater Jr. is unanimously elected Minority Leader of the Senate.

Later that month conservative commentator Pat Buchanan announces he will be a candidate for the GOP nomination in 1996.  "Today Americans I've decided to declare my candidacy for the Republican nomination for President next year.  We will bring back conservatism to the United States.  Under this President we've seen bigger government.  We can't afford that.  Thank you."

[TommyC1776]

On February 1st, Ross Perot announces his candidacy as an Independent candidate for President.  "Today Americans I believe that we need an Independent in the White House compared with 2 of the main parties."

A couple weeks later Congressman Jack Kemp announces he's a candidate for the GOP nomination.  "Americans we can't afford all this liberal spending in America.  Cuomo is another Kennedy."

[FEMA Camp Administrator]

It'd be cool to have Buchanan win a couple primaries, maybe even the nom (though he'd probably lose in a land-slide). In RL he won NH making him the temporary front-runner.

[TommyC1776]

In early March former Senator Dan Quayle announces he's a candidate for the Republican nomination for President.  "Americans we need a better course than the one we're on.  President Cuomo is a liberal.  We need a true conservative in the White House."

Later that month PA Senator Arlen Specter announces he will be a candidate for the Republican nomination.  "Today I'm announcing my candidacy for the Presidency.  I want to bring America back to the days of bipartisanship.  We can't have one side rule we need to have a balance.  That's what you will get during a Specter Presidency.  Thank you."

[FEMA Camp Administrator]

If Specter can make it to the primaries it should be interesting.

[TommyC1776]

Republican Polling:
Specter 30%
Buchanan 25%
Kemp 22%
Quayle 17%
Undecided 6%

[TommyC1776]

In the House they debate the Electoral Vote Proptional Representation Act.  The act propose each state give electoral votes to candidates based on popular vote of candidates.  They pass it 295-140.  Then it's sent to the Senate and they pass it 72-28.  President Cuomo signs it into law on July 1st, 1995.  It will go into affect in 1996.  President Cuomo calls this "A great day for democracy."

[TommyC1776]

Senator Barry Goldwater Jr. states "I support Senator Arlen Specter for President.  He can work well with both sides.  I don't agree wit him 100% but I do believe he's the right man for the job."

President Cuomo says "The former President endorsed Senator Specter.  Does that mean Specter, too, will try to cut your education?  That's certainly what it sounds like to me."

[TommyC1776]

Vice President Bob Kerrey says "Republicans won't look out for you.  All 4 candidates for the GOP nomination aren't right for America."

In the fall the House votes on Brady Bill which would have people get background checks before being able to get a gun.  President Cuomo says "This won't go as far as the Gun Control Act of 1981 did for guns."  The House votes 260-175.  Then it passes the Senate 60-40.  Republican Presidential candidates Congressman Jack Kemp and Senator Arlen Specter are in support of the bill.  Specter's support of the bill, he hopes, can get him votes from Independents if he's the GOP nominee in 1996.

Get ready for the GOP primaries.

[morgieb]

What are Cuomo's approvals looking like?

[TommyC1776]

What are Cuomo's approvals looking like?

In December 1995 President Cuomo's approval rating is 51%.

[TommyC1776]

Iowa Caucus: February 12th

Republican: 56 delegates
Specter 35%-20 delegates
Buchanan 30%-17 delegates
Kemp 25%-14 delegates
Quayle 10%-5 delegates

Senator Specter states "Thank you Iowa.  You've given my campaign great strength to go forward."

Former Senator Quayle decides to drop out of the race and endorse Senator Specter.  "Tonight Americans I've decided to drop out of the race for President.  I therefore endorse Senator Arlen Specter.  He will lead our party to victory in November.  Thank you and God Bless America."

[TommyC1776]

Polling w/ Specter:
Cuomo 43%
Specter 40%
Perot 15%
Undecided 2%

Polling w/ Buchanan:
Cuomo 50%
Buchanan 30%
Perot 19%
Undecided 1%

Polling w/ Kemp:
Cuomo 45%
Kemp 37%
Perot 16%
Undecided 2%

[TommyC1776]

On February 15th, 1996 Senator Richard Shelby decides to switch to become a Republican.

The new setup in the U.S. Senate: 57 Democrats, 43 Republicans.

Senate Majority Leader Ted Kennedy states "I want to state that I'm sorry that Senator Shelby is leaving our party but understand his political views don't always agree with the party.  Good luck to Senator Shelby in his switch."

[TommyC1776]

New Hampshire: February 20th

Republican: 16 delegates
Buchanan 47%-8 delegates
Specter 32%-5 delegates
Kemp 21%-3 delegates

Pat Buchanan says "Thank you New Hampshire.  I knew you would come through for me.  Now let's go on and win in Delaware in 4 days."

Total delegates so far:
Specter-29 delegates
Buchanan-25 delegates
Kemp-17 delegates

[TommyC1776]

Delaware: February 24th

Republican: 12 delegates
Buchanan 42%-5 delegates
Specter 30%-4 delegates
Kemp 28%-3 delegates

Buchanan states "Thanks Delaware for giving me another win this primary season.  We're still in this race and have proven to be a good force against Senator Specter and Congressman Kemp."

[TommyC1776]

February 27th primaries:

Arizona:

Republican: 39 delegates
Specter 45%-18 delegates
Kemp 34%-13 delegates
Buchanan 21%-8 delegates

North Dakota:

Republican: 18 delegates
Buchanan 42%-8 delegates
Specter 38%-7 delegates
Kemp 20%-3 delegates

South Dakota:

Republican: 18 delegates
Specter 44%-8 delegates
Buchanan 30%-5 delegates
Kemp 26%-5 delegates

Congressman Jack Kemp decides to drop out of the race for the Republican nomination.  "Today Americans I've decided to drop out and endorse Senator Specter for the GOP nomination.  Thanks for your support in the last few primaries and God Bless America."

Senator Specter states "I want to thank Congressman Kemp for endorsing me tonight.  I'm getting closer and closer to this nomination every day."

[TommyC1776]

South Carolina: March 2nd

Republican: 37 delegates
Buchanan 56%-21 delegates
Buchanan 42%-16 delegates
Other 2%

Pat Buchanan states "Thank you South Carolina.  You've given my campaign some light."

Total delegates so far:
Specter-199 delegates
Buchanan-55 delegates