2000 Election Game- Interactive Timeline!! (Game Thread)

[PPT Spiral]

Wait, Haslam, why did you give Romney an endorsement from Buchanan's sister? lol

[jojoju1998]

July 5th :
Flying to Manchester, New Hampshire
Online Fundraiser
Townhall with College Students in Manchester, New Hampshire
Discussion with Richard Dawkins

July 6th :
Meet and Greet at Local Library
Meet and Greet at Local Hospital
Tour of New Hampshire's State Parks with Government Officials

July 7th:
Campaign Outreach Efforts : Phone Calls, Knocking on Doors, Passing out Flyers, You know what I mean
Interview with WMUR TV
Townhall with Local Teachers at Manchester High School West

July 8th :
Meet and Greet with Pediatric Cancer Patients at Manchester Hospital
Campaign Strategy Meeting with Staff
Townhall with Blue Collar Workers in Concord, New Hampshire
Newspaper AD focusing on Romney's Bipartisan Stuff

July 9th:
Meet and Greet with Computer Software Companies in Manchester
Volunteering at Soup Kitchen in Manchester
Visit Museum in Concord

July 10th :
Rest

July 11th :
Rally at Dartmouth University
Meet and Greet with Students at Dartmouth
Photo OP at Local Supermarket
Developement of Education Reform Plan

July 12th :
Mitt Romney reveals Tax Plan on Website and during a Rally in Manchester

Personal Income Tax : Reduced to Three Levels. 10, 17, and 20 Percent. Increases Income Tax Credit, Gets rid of Home Mortgage Deduction,

Corparate Income Tax : Flat Rate of 15 percent.

July 13th :
Fly to Boston Massachusetts
Big Giant Rally and Speech by Mitt Romney

" Have you seen the bickering between Trump and Bush ? It's stupid ! This is why Americans need a new fresh face in the White House to unite Americans not divide them. To inspire Americans, not demoralize them. A New Fresh Face, not a Washington Politician. For the record, I helped saved some of the business that Trump destroyed. No Offense to President Bush, but his ideas are old, outdated. We need a 21st Century Leader. "

[Enduro]

The Ron Paul campaign regrets to announce that it will not be able to post a schedule this turn.

We focused our campaign in New Hampshire and Nevada.

[Classic Conservative]

PETE FOR PRESIDENT 2000[/

July 1, 1999 with Congressman Jim Leach
Rally in Northern Iowa
Town Hall in Waterloo, Iowa

July 2, 1999 with Congressman Jim Leach
Opening Campaign Headquarters in Des Moines
Town Hall at Campaign Headquarters

July 3, 1999 with Congressman Phil English
Tour Factories across Iowa
Meet Farmers and hold a Farmers Town Hall in Lyon County
Attend a Bible Study in Ankeny and launch a Pastor for Domenici Coalition

July 4, 1999 with Wife and other family members
March in July 4th Parades in New Hampshire including Wolfsboro and Portsmouth
Attend the Chesire County GOP Independence Day Barbaque
Attend Fireworks Shows at Salem Pier in Salem Massachusetts

July 5, 1999 with Senator William Roth
Meet with WW2 Veterans and secure there support in Bangor, Maine
Rally with 1,900 people in Boston, Massachusetts talking about the Domenici Plan for America
Fly to Dover, Delaware

July 6, 1999 with Senator William Roth
Town Hall in Small Towns in Delaware
Meet the Roth Family and Hold a Domenici Diner Stop at their local diner

July 7, 1999 with Senator William Roth
Town Hall in Georgetown, Delaware
Town Hall at the Delaware Legislative Hall and secure endorsements with Republican leaders
Town Hall in Wilmington, Delaware

July 8, 1999 with Senator William Roth
Opening Domenici Headquarters in Dover, Delware and Open Regional Headquarters in Wilmington and Georgetown
Town Halls in Seacoast Villages speaking about how Domenici has stood up for fishermen and Seacoast Areas
Town Hall in Bethany Beach
Town Hall in Lewes

July 9, 1999 with Senator William Roth
Town Hall in New Castle
Rally in Wilmington
Meet with Republican Leaders
Town Hall in Rehoboth Beach

July 10, 1999
Town Hall in Fairbanks, Alaska
Town Hall in Anchorage, Alaska
Rally in Ketchikan, Alaska

July 11, 1999
Open Offices in Manchester and Concord
Town Hall at Hampton Beach
Town Hall at Lebanon City Hall
Hike Mount Washington and Hold a Town Hall at the Ranger Station

July 12, 1999
Day of Rest at Home in New Mexico

July 13, 1999
Town Hall with Energy Workers in North Dakota
Town Hall in Northern North Dakota
Open Offices in Minot

July 14, 1999
Day of Rest in New Castle, Delaware

[Potus]

TRUMP
2000

Make America Great Again

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

TRUMP ACCEPTS INVITATION TO LIVE DEBATE WITH GEORGE BUSH

Mr. Trump accepts the former President's offer to debate one-on-one on one condition: the questions come from the people.

In the face of incredible media bias and the liberal elite beig in the tank for George Bush, Mr. Trump believes that questions straight from the people themselves are the only way to get questions real people care about.

OOC: Haslam, Krol and I would like to do this debate on IRC so it's more fluid and realistic.

[Slow Learner]

OOC: Haslam, Krol and I would like to do this debate on IRC so it's more fluid and realistic.

Cool, but will we be able to 'watch'?

[DKrol]

OOC: Haslam, Krol and I would like to do this debate on IRC so it's more fluid and realistic.

Cool, but will we be able to 'watch'?

Telegram or AIM are possible to allow for viewers.

[Potus]

I want it to be a townhall style debate, so ideally you can get on the IRC channel and ask the questions as well as watch.

[Slow Learner]

I want it to be a townhall style debate, so ideally you can get on the IRC channel and ask the questions as well as watch.

So will a link be provided?

[DKrol]

I want it to be a townhall style debate, so ideally you can get on the IRC channel and ask the questions as well as watch.

So will a link be provided?

When we get there, yes.

[jojoju1998]

I want it to be a townhall style debate, so ideally you can get on the IRC channel and ask the questions as well as watch.

So will a link be provided?

When we get there, yes.

How will it work ?

[Harry Hayfield]

Urgent Press Release from Browne campaign

The campaign manager for Harry Browne's campaign has announced that anyone reporting the rumours privately circulating online about his commitment to being the Libertarian candidate at the general election will be sued for every dollar they have. Mr. Browne fully intends to contest the general election and believes that these rumours are being put out by people determined to keep the current two party system in place. He also urges supporters across the country to carry on donating to the campaign (whose funds now rank at $2 million) to show that America is fed up with corporate politics

[Slow Learner]

Bump?

[Kingpoleon]

I never got a response to my endorsement requests.

[Former Senator Haslam2020]

ooc: sorry guys, update will be out in est 30 minutes. Yesterday I wasn't able to post, sorry and hold on Kingpolean, wait it seems you didn't pm me for them?

[Former Senator Haslam2020]

Hello viewers of CNN, with the new entrance of Senator Russ Feingold into the race, Governor Howard Dean's voting base has been split in nearly half. Feingold is the new liberal choice, with Dean and Shaheen battling for centrists and moderate liberals. David Boren is leading among conservatives. The Republican side is much more entertaining. A one vs one debate is scheduled between Former President Bush and Businessman Donald Trump. Also, the debates are coming up this week.

________________________________________________________________________

Debate Questions:

Senator Feingold, if you win the nomination, how will your liberal vision get to the White House?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

Governor Shaheen, relatively new to politics, how will you convince voters you are experiencd enough to lead the nation?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

Governor Dean, how will you use your experience as Governor of Vermont to appeal to the U.S electorate if nominated?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

Mr. Boren, being as experienced as you are in politics, how will you unite America if nominated?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?


______________________________



Mr. Trump, you have no experience in elected politics, how will you win the White House?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

Former President Bush, losing eight years ago, how will you convince the American people to give you a second chance?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

Senator Domenici, you are very experienced, what will be your strategy as election day nears?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

Mr. Buchanan, with several failed presidential campaigns, what is your plan to win?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

Senator McCain, you appeal to democrats and republicans, are you right for the nation right now?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

Mr. Forbes, what is your plan to win the White House if nominated?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

Congressman Paul, relatively unknown, how will you win the White House?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

Mr. Romney, you've really only been CEO of Bain Capital, what makes you think this experience will lead you to the White House?
What is your stance on NAFTA?
Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

________________________________________________________________________
OOC: sorry couldn't do state by state polling this turn but next turn will have the first six!


State of the Republican Primaries as of polling right now.

Donald Trump: 25.1%
George H. W. Bush: 17.9%
Pete Domenici: 14.0%
Pat Buchanan: 7.0%
John McCain: 5.7%
Steve Forbes: 5.1%
Ron Paul: 4.6%
Mitt Romney: 1.8%




State of the Democratic Primaries as of polling right now.


Jeanne Shaheen: 34.9%
Howard Dean: 34.0%
Russ Feingold: 20.1%
David Boren: 9.1%


START OF TURN 3 (JULY 14TH, 1999-JULY 31ST, 1999)

[Harry Hayfield]

Press Release from the office of Harry Browne, Libertarian candidate for President

Harry Browne can today announce that he has raised $5 million in funds and will shortly announce his first round of campaign ads, not fronted by PAC's, not fronted by a celebrity, but fronted by an ordinary American. The ads will run in Iowa in the first week of July and will be followed by a month long tour of the state.

[Enduro]

What are the days for this turn?

[Slow Learner]

Shaheen Interview Answers

Governor Shaheen, relatively new to politics, how will you convince voters you are experiencd enough to lead the nation?

Well, I believe my record in New Hampshire stands on its own. We added jobs, broke up a stagnant energy market and gave many kids a chance at education, and you know what? People don't pay any more in taxes than they did when I was elected. That's what we did over in New Hampshire, and it was with divided state houses. It shows that even when there's political division, you can still get things done and secure a better deal for all Americans. That's the sort of spirit I wish to bring to Washington.

What is your stance on NAFTA?

There really is no clear cut answer for this issue. One thing is clear however; there needs to be a serious discussion revolved around the effects of free trade. I believe that a balance is necessary. The panacea, if you will, would be to find a way to innovate and expand trade so we aren't shutting ourselves in, while at the same time protecting American jobs. Unfortunately, a panacea simply isn't possible. I'm fine with open markets, that's how we got our energy industry to work again, but we need regulations. Worker abuse should be stomped out wherever it is.

Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

It's really a position I came to personally. I didn't wake up one day and decide on it, a conclusion like that takes a while. I suppose it's a question I've followed for most of my life, my adult life at least. Nevertheless, it's the position I have, I support abortion, and it's what I believe.

[YPestis25]

Russ Feingold Interview Questions

I. "Look, I think that the vast majority of Americans support a government which is economically progressive, and that is what I am, through and through. The Democratic party has always been a big tent, and my brand of economic populism will enlarge it with dissatisfied members of all ideologies."

II. "While Governor Shaheen says there's no clear answer to this for her, there is a clear answer to this question for me. NAFTA is a deal that will inevitably strip workers of their livelihoods, and I cannot in good conscious support it."

III. "Look, it is not up to the federal government to dictate what a woman can and cannot do to her own body, and for the life of me I cannot understand how these 'small' government conservatives can on the one hand walk up and tout their credentials at limiting the size of government, and then turn around and use the government to dictate to a woman how she should handle one of the most difficult decisions of her life."

[Slow Learner]

Jeanne Shaheen Campaign Schedule:

July 14th:
Rest

July 15th: With Bob Menendez and Roy Barnes
Visit Campaign Office in Bridgeville, Delaware
Barnstorm in Felton, Delaware
Bob Menendez Speech on Security in Wilmington, Delaware
Meet and Greet in Bowers, Delaware

Now, more than ever, we need protection. Terrorism can strike at any minute, whether it be abroad or even at home. Oklahoma City and Ruby Ridge serve as a testament for those who believe it cannot happen here. It can, and there should be measures to safeguard our people.

July 16th: With Bob Menendez and Dick Swett
Barnstorm in Camden, Delaware
Barnstorm in Kenton, Delaware
Rally in Wilmington, Delaware
Bus Tour from Delaware to Maryland, stopping in Barclay, Maryland

July 17th: With Bob Menendez, Walter Mondale, and Dick Swett
Barnstorm in Barclay, Maryland
Barnstorm in Rockville, Maryland
Barnstorm in Hagerstown, Maryland
Town Hall meeting in Frederickstown, Maryland

July 18th: With Bob Menendez, Walter Mondale and Dick Swett
Meet and Greet in Bethesda, Maryland
Barnstorm in Ellicott City, Maryland
Meet and Greet in California, Maryland
Towm Hall meeting in Waldorf, Maryland
Fly out to Iowa

July 19th: With Roy Barnes and Dick Swett
Barnstorm in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Speech on Gun Control in Des Moines, Iowa
Meet and Greet in Davenport, Iowa
Barnstorm in Bettendorf, Iowa

I respect the right to bear arms by citizens. We in New Hampshire are very fond of guns, for example. But, there has to be a limit. As the Waco siege proved, letting dangerous combatants acquire guns is a recipe for disaster. Rules should be put in place to ensure that only people with good intentions can buy firearms. The Brady Bill took steps towards this, but it unfortunately is not enough. If we really want to honor the memory of Columbine's kids, we should actually accomplish things in order to make sure it never ever happens again.

July 20th: With Dick Swett
Barnstorm in Monticello, Iowa
Barnstorm in Independence, Iowa
Barnstorm in Decorah, Iowa
Strategy meeting in Fayette, Iowa

July 21st: With Dick Swett
Opening Campaign Office in Red Oak, Iowa
Barnstorm in Leon, Iowa
Meet and Greet in Iowa City, Iowa
Town Hall meeting in Waterloo, Iowa

July 22nd: With Dick Swett
Visit Museum of Art in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Barnstorm in North Liberty, Iowa
Speech on Farmers in Walford, Iowa
Fly out to New Hampshire

July 23rd/July 24th:
Taking a break from Campaigning.

July 25th: With Dick Swett and Bill Lockyer
Speech on New Polls in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Barnstorm in Keene, New Hampshire
Barnstorm in Brattleboro, New Hampshire
Opening Campaign Office in Jackson, New Hampshire

I don't know if you've seen the latest polls, but we are winning! And it's all thanks to you, who've contributed to my campaign whether it be through donations or doorknocking. Really, this is amazing. Hopefully, we can carry this momentum to Iowa and then the White House.

July 26th:
Barnstorm in Orford, New Hampshire
Meet and Greet in Littleton, New Hampshire
Meet and Greet in Whitefield, New Hampshire
Meet and Greet in Jefferson, New Hampshire

July 27th: With Dick Swett
Town Hall meeting in Lancaster, New Hampshire
Town Hall meeting in Northumberland, New Hampshire
Appearance on WMUR-9
Barnstorm in Northumberland, New Hampshire

This campaign has been very enjoyable. It's been great to go around the country, meeting people and getting to know their concerns.

July 28th: With Dick Swett
Barnstorm in Maidstone, New Hampshire
Speech on Campaign Finance Reform in Columbia, New Hampshire
Barnstorm in Errol, New Hampshire
Fundraiser in Pittsburg, New Hampshire

July 29th: With Dick Swett
Barnstorm in Dixville Notch, New Hampshire
Fly out to California

July 30th: With Bill Lockyer and Walter Mondale
Rally in Sacramento, California
Barnstorm in Santa Rosa, California
Fundraiser in San Diego, California
Meet and Greet in Merced, California

July 31st:
Taking a break from Campaigning.

[Harry Hayfield]

Harry Browne Campaign Advertisement, July 1999

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Hello there, my name is Joe and I'm a plumber from Des Moines and I would like to take a few moments to talk to you about Harry Browne, the Libertarian candidate for President. Until last month I was a registered Democrat but was, to be frank with you, disappointed by what I was hearing from the candidates seeking the Democratic nomination. Please do not get me wrong Governor Shaheen has served the people of New Hampshire exceptionally well as their governor over the last three years, Governor Dean has also looked after the people of Vermont as well, Senator Feingold has been, as most people from Wisconsin are, a hard worker and Senator Boren served the people of Oklahoma with distinction but none of them really answered the questions I was asking myself. Then along came Mr. Browne, he knocked on my door and instead of saying "Hi, I'm running for President, can I count on your support?" he said "Good afternoon Joe, I'm Harry and I want to know what you want done for America!"

That was such a change to have a politician listen to me, a humble plumber from Iowa, not a multi national corporate CEO or the head of a political action committee, but plain old me. And when I told him my concerns he replied "Let me see what I can do" and a week later I got a hand written letter from him (shows letter to camera) detailing what he would do if he was elected President. That's when I registered as a Libertarian and told all my friends in Des Moines about him. My name is Joe and I'm voting Browne for President.

[Enduro]

Ron Paul campaign schedule
July 14-20: tour New Hampshire
July 21: rest and travel
July 22-25: tour Iowa
July 26: rest and travel
July 27-31: tour 2 colleges a day across the nation

Ad schedule
July 14-20: in New Hampshire; to be about changing our current course with Libertarian
Values.
July 21-22: same ad in Iowa
July 23-25: radio ad in Iowa and South Carolina; about the economy
July 26-28: no ads except various newspaper ads.
July 29-31: in NV, SC, NH, IO, and TX; an ad appealing to youth.

Questions
I don't plan on just "winning", what politicians don't get is that elections aren't just a popularity compitician; it's an opportunity to change the world.
I'm completely for free trade, the concept of it is a very good one, but do we need a government agreement to be able to exercise our basic rights?
I have this stance because no matter how much we like life, and how much republican's want to save babies, we shouldn't. It's not a governmental problem, the more laws we create on this issue, the worse it's going to be. I've always said that babies are saved by the moral character of their mothers, government can't do that because government will fail.

[LLR]

Howard Dean For 2000

Schedule
July 14-15: Campaign with Bill Bradley in New Hampshire
July 16: Fundraise in Chicago
July 17-20: Campaign in Alaska
July 21-23: Campaign with Bob Kerrey in Iowa
July 24-28: Tour the west
July 29-31: Tour the midwest with Kerrey

Governor Dean, how will you use your experience as Governor of Vermont to appeal to the U.S electorate if nominated?

Well, Vermont has become much more successful in my time as governor and what people ant to see is results. So I will show them these results, and they'll know I can do the same for the great nation of the US.

What is your stance on NAFTA?

NAFTA is a great proposal and i will see my best to introduce it.

Why do you have the stance you do on abortion?

If a woman chooses that life will not be good for her child, why should we question that.

[Harry Hayfield]

Press Release by the Harry Browne campaign

Harry Browne wishes to address the rumours reported by CNN and others that he has been offered the LNC chair and a clear path to the 2004 nomination for the Libertarian Party if he stands down for another candidate at this election. The rumours are indeed true, and I publish now the message I received a few days ago

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I would like to reply to this message in the following way: "Sir, I accept your challenge. We are a party that seeks to abolish the two party structure in the United States where ordinary people decide policy not multi millionaire corporate donors or political action committees. Therefore, I am willing to hold a debate with you, at a date and time of your choosing, which I am inviting all the major news channels to cover live so that America can see that we are not afraid to show our differences"