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Davis/Martin
Oct. 31, 1989
Title: Coleman
Draft: Two
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: MAJOR DONORS, Richmond, Virginia
Friday, Nov. 3, 1989, 11:30 p.m.
It's a pleasure to be back among so many of my Virginia
friends. Congressman Tom Bliley, thanks to you for all you've
done; you're giving the people of the Third Congressional
District every reason to be proud. The same can be said of the
people of the First District, who are so ably represented by Herb
Bateman. And finally, it is my pleasure to recognize the
Chairman of the Republican National Committee, Lee Atwater.
((Let me start with a bit of news. President Gorbachev
insisted our December meeting should be held on a ship. You
know, some people will go to any lengths to get fishing tips. ))\\
((With the exception of the fish I caught on the last day of
my vacation, when we win back the governor's mansion in Virginia,
they'll call it the greatest comeback of the year. )) I know
some of you have been reading the polls. And every indication is
that this will be a tight race. But remember, this President was
once counted out by the polls. The only poll that counts is the
one on Tuesday.
Today, I see before me a core group of Virginia leaders; men
and women who are not content to just passively support a
candidate, but who are activists in the service of a great cause.
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I could not come to Richmond today without thanking you for your
support and your leadership.
Like you, I have come to support a candidate who is running,
and running strong, to lead Virginia into the 1990s.
I am here to return the support of someone who stood by me
last year, someone who has emerged as a great leader for the Old
Dominion -- the next governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia --
Marshall Coleman. III
Veteran, public servant, businessman, father -- Marshall has
been seasoned and tested as a leader. He is a man of impressive
accomplishments and unusual courage. And he is the right man to
occupy the chair of Thomas Jefferson, the governor's chair in
Richmond.
Marshall is right on taxes. Virginians have endured one tax
increase after another -- five in the last four years alone. But
only one candidate will stand tough against higher taxes --
Marshall Coleman.
He is right on education. Only one candidate for governor
has a comprehensive plan to improve education to deliver better
pay for better teachers, and give parents choice for their
children's schooling -- Marshall Coleman.
And he is right on crime. Only one candidate is endorsed by
the Fraternal Order of Police and has an unwavering stand in
favor of the death penalty -- again, it is Marshall Coleman.
From his Marine days, to his service as a delegate, state
senator and attorney-general, Marshall has always been a
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trailblazer. He sued to keep Virginia's rivers clear and clean.
He has devised a plan to save and protect the Chesapeake Bay.
All this adds up to a vision of a greater Virginia; a greater
place to work, prosper and raise kids; a vision that is the
hallmark of a leader.
Marshall is also leading a strong and impressive Republican
ticket. State Senator Eddy ( (ED-dee)) Dalton will make a great
lieutenant-governor, and a great leader in our war on drugs. And
Joe Benedetti, as attorney-general, will bring Virginia back to
the days when the handcuffs were on the criminals, not on the
courts.
America has prospered under Republican Administrations for
eight and a half years. Imagine how well Virginia will do in the
future if it is led by a Republican team.
The election is four days away. Whether the next decade
will bring promise and opportunity to Virginia depends on our
will to win. It hinges on which side gets out the vote. It
comes down to grit and determination.
But I know, from meeting you, that courage and persistence
will win out. George Patton, a student at: V.M.I. long before he
was a great general, said: "Accept the challenges, so that you
may feel the exhilaration of victory." With your leadership, we
can -- we will -- win a victory for Virginia.
Once again, I thank you for all that you have done. God
bless you, God bless Virginia and the United States.
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Davis/Martin
June 15, 1989
Title: Virginia
Draft: One
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: VIRGINIA GOP, Richmond
(Date, Time) Richmond Convention Center
7:35pm
Thank you, Congressman Bliley -- Tom Senator Warner, Don
Hoffman. I am delighted to be in Richmond, back among my long-
chairman of Rep Party UA J
time Republican friends.
((You know, I heard Bob Novak on TV the other day, saying
that I've been inviting too many liberals to dinner at the White
House. I resent that. I deny that. I don't think it's true,
and neither did Ted Kennedy when I asked him to pass the salt.))
((PAUSE))
In all sincerity, there is a time for us to work with the
Democrats -- for the good of the country. But then there is a
time for us advance our vision for the future of Virginia and
America -- a Republican vision.
I am particularly pleased that Republicans have held a
primary in Virginia, our first in forty years. Yes, there was a
rough and tumble competition. But we've proven once again that
we are different than the other party. We are united by a great
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cause, and that is why when the dust settles, we are all still
Republicans. ((PAUSE))
( (Of course, when I told Barbara I was hoping to visit some
historic battlefield sites in Virginia, she didn't know if I was
referring to the Civil War or the Republican gubernatorial
( (Stan, is there any truth to the rumor that you're now
posed to run for mayor of D.C.? ( (PAUSE)) In truth, Stan, you
have already made a great mark in Congress, and I look forward to
our working partnership in the years ahead. ))
( (Paul, just remember what Winston Churchill said -- that in
politics, unlike war, you can have many lives.) ) ( (PAUSE))
( (And Marshall, I have to say, I had a hunch you would win -
- after I saw a photo of you driving an 18-wheeler.) )) ((PAUSE))
Kidding aside, with Stan Parris, Paul Trible and Marshall
Coleman in competition, one thing was certain -- Virginia could
not lose. ((PAUSE) ) Now that the primary is behind us, I just
want to say how pleased and proud I am to see, once again,
Republicans unite -- unite behind Marshall Coleman and our
ticket, united for victory.
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Marshall will make a great governor for this state, for he
is a Virginian, through and through. From his Marine days, to
his service as a Delegate and State Senator, Marshall has always
been a trailblazer. He best knows, and can meet, the challenges
facing your state. And he is the best kind of leader for the
future -- a conservative with a heart.
Marshall is leading a strong and impressive Republican
ticket. Eddy Dalton, as lieutenant governor; Joe Benedetti, as
attorney-general. This ticket offers leadership -- great
leadership -- for Virginia.
But to win, it seems to me that Republicans must develop an
appeal as diverse as this state. Virginia has changed. It is no
longer just a rural state. You now have large metropolitan areas
growing at both ends of Virginia. And your state has changed in
other ways, too.
We Republicans must do more than recognize this change. We
must take our message to neighborhoods once considered off-limits
to our party. We will take our Republican message -- a message
of hope and opportunity -- to the black and minority voters of
Virginia. We will not concede a community, a precinct, or a
single voter. ((PAUSE))
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Republicans must win in Virginia, as in New Jersey, to set
the stage for 1990 -- the critical year that will shape the
future of American politics well into the next century. But
there are other reasons, some practical, and some sentimental,
why we want victory in November.
Every American, from Maine to Texas, looks to this state as
a cradle of democracy. Every American heart quickens at the
ideals of the builders of Montecello, Mount Vernon and
Montpelier. From the mountains of the Shenandoah to the rivers
of the Tidelands, from the country lanes of Abingdon to the city
lights of Alexandria, what Thomas Jefferson said is still true --
Old Dominion is the mother of us all.
Thank you for inviting me to Richmond. God bless you, God
bless America, and let's make Marshall Coleman the next governor
of Virginia.
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Nov. 1, 1989
INFORMATION
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
Through:
CHRISS WINSTON
From:
MARK DAVIS
Subject:
Virginia Major Donors
I. SUMMARY:
You will address about 150 Virginia major donors shortly
before the Marshall Coleman Rally in Richmond, on Friday, at
11:30 p.m. These brief remarks are on cards.
II. DISCUSSION:
This speech touches on the major themes of the Coleman race
-- a hard stand against crime and higher taxes, balanced by a
visionary plan for improving Virginia schools and protecting the
environment. And, of course, this speech also champions Eddy
Dalton and Joe Benedetti.
MAJOR DONORS / RICHMOND, VIRGINIA
FRIDAY, Nov. 3, 1989 / 11:30 A.M.
IT'S A PLEASURE TO BE BACK AMONG so MANY OF MY
VIRGINIA FRIENDS. CONGRESSMAN ToM BLILEY, THANKS TO
YOU FOR ALL YOU'VE DONE; YOU'RE GIVING THE PEOPLE OF
THE THIRD CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT EVERY REASON TO BE
PROUD. THE SAME CAN BE SAID OF THE PEOPLE OF THE FIRST
DISTRICT, WHO ARE so ABLY REPRESENTED BY HERB BATEMAN.
AND FINALLY, IT IS MY PLEASURE TO RECOGNIZE THE
CHAIRMAN OF THE REPUBLICAN NATIONAL COMMITTEE, LEE
ATWATER.
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((WHEN WE WIN BACK THE GOVERNOR'S MANSION IN
VIRGINIA, THEY'LL CALL IT THE GREATEST COMEBACK OF THE
YEAR. 11 WITH THE POSSIBLE EXCEPTION OF THE FISH I
CAUGHT ON THE LAST DAY OF MY VACATION.) I KNOW SOME
OF YOU HAVE BEEN READING THE POLLS. AND EVERY
INDICATION IS THAT THIS WILL BE A TIGHT RACE. BUT
REMEMBER, THIS PRESIDENT WAS ONCE COUNTED OUT BY THE
POLLS. THE ONLY POLL THAT COUNTS IS THE ONE ON
TUESDAY.
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TODAY, I SEE BEFORE ME A CORE GROUP OF VIRGINIA
LEADERS; MEN AND WOMEN WHO ARE NOT CONTENT TO JUST
PASSIVELY SUPPORT A CANDIDATE, BUT WHO ARE ACTIVISTS IN
THE SERVICE OF A GREAT CAUSE. I COULD NOT COME TO
RICHMOND TODAY WITHOUT THANKING YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
AND YOUR LEADERSHIP.
LIKE YOU, I HAVE COME TO SUPPORT A CANDIDATE WHO IS
RUNNING, AND RUNNING STRONG, TO LEAD VIRGINIA INTO THE
1990s.
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I AM HERE TO RETURN THE SUPPORT OF SOMEONE WHO
STOOD BY ME LAST YEAR, SOMEONE WHO HAS EMERGED AS A
GREAT LEADER FOR THE OLD DOMINION -- THE NEXT GOVERNOR
OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA --MARSHALL COLEMAN. III
VETERAN, PUBLIC SERVANT, BUSINESSMAN, FATHER --
MARSHALL HAS BEEN SEASONED AND TESTED AS A LEADER. HE
IS A MAN OF IMPRESSIVE ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND UNUSUAL
COURAGE. AND HE IS THE RIGHT MAN TO OCCUPY THE CHAIR
OF THOMAS JEFFERSON, THE GOVERNOR'S CHAIR IN RICHMOND.
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MARSHALL IS RIGHT ON TAXES. VIRGINIANS HAVE
ENDURED ONE TAX INCREASE AFTER ANOTHER -- FIVE IN THE
LAST FOUR YEARS ALONE. BUT ONLY ONE CANDIDATE WILL
STAND TOUGH AGAINST HIGHER TAXES -- MARSHALL COLEMAN.
HE IS RIGHT ON EDUCATION. ONLY ONE CANDIDATE FOR
GOVERNOR HAS A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO IMPROVE EDUCATION,
TO DELIVER BETTER PAY FOR BETTER TEACHERS, AND GIVE
PARENTS CHOICE FOR THEIR CHILDREN'S SCHOOLING --
MARSHALL COLEMAN.
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AND HE IS RIGHT ON CRIME. ONLY ONE CANDIDATE IS
ENDORSED BY THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF VIRGINIA POLICE AND
HAS AN UNWAVERING STAND IN FAVOR OF THE DEATH
PENALTY -- AGAIN, IT IS MARSHALL COLEMAN.
FROM HIS MARINE DAYS, TO HIS SERVICE AS A DELEGATE,
STATE SENATOR AND ATTORNEY-GENERAL, MARSHALL HAS ALWAYS
BEEN A TRAILBLAZER. HE SUED TO KEEP VIRGINIA'S RIVERS
CLEAR AND CLEAN. HE HAS DEVISED A PLAN TO SAVE AND
PROTECT THE CHESAPEAKE BAY.
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ALL THIS ADDS UP TO A VISION OF A GREATER VIRGINIA; A
GREATER PLACE TO WORK, PROSPER AND RAISE KIDS; A VISION
THAT IS THE HALLMARK OF A LEADER.
MARSHALL IS ALSO LEADING A STRONG AND IMPRESSIVE
REPUBLICAN TICKET. STATE SENATOR EDDY ((ED-DEE))
DALTON WILL MAKE A GREAT LIEUTENANT-GOVERNOR, AND A
GREAT LEADER IN OUR WAR ON DRUGS.
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AND JOE BENEDETTI, AS ATTORNEY-GENERAL, WILL BRING
VIRGINIA BACK TO THE DAYS WHEN THE HANDCUFFS WERE ON
THE CRIMINALS, NOT ON THE COURTS.
AMERICA HAS PROSPERED UNDER REPUBLICAN
ADMINISTRATIONS FOR EIGHT AND A HALF YEARS. IMAGINE
HOW WELL VIRGINIA WILL DO IN THE FUTURE IF IT IS LED BY
A REPUBLICAN TEAM.
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THE ELECTION IS FOUR DAYS AWAY. WHETHER THE NEXT
DECADE WILL BRING PROMISE AND OPPORTUNITY To VIRGINIA
DEPENDS ON OUR WILL TO WIN. IT HINGES ON WHICH SIDE
GETS OUT THE VOTE. IT COMES DOWN TO GRIT AND
DETERMINATION.
BUT I KNOW, FROM MEETING YOU, THAT COURAGE AND
PERSISTENCE WILL WIN OUT.
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IT WAS ONCE SAID: "ACCEPT THE CHALLENGES, so THAT YOU
MAY FEEL THE EXHILARATION OF VICTORY." WITH YOUR
LEADERSHIP, WE CAN -- WE WILL -- WIN A VICTORY FOR
VIRGINIA.
ONCE AGAIN, I THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU HAVE DONE.
GOD BLESS YOU, GOD BLESS VIRGINIA AND THE UNITED
STATES.
#
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#
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III. FISCAL ISSUES AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
RIGHT TO WORK
In 1977, Marshall Coleman was co-patron for legislation (SJR 139) supporting
the Right to Work Law in Virginia. Doug Wilder cast the lone vote in
Committee against this resolution which urged Congress to continue to authorize
state Right to Work laws (memorializing Section 14(b) of the federal Taft-
Hartley Act).
As Attorney General from 1978 to 1982, Coleman accompanied Governor John
Dalton on economic development excursions to preach the virtues of Virginia's
Right to Work Law and favorable business climate. Coleman also successfully
defended the Right to Work Law when it came under a union-sponsored legal
attack during his tenure as Attorney General.
As recently as July 30, 1989, Doug Wilder sought to undercut the state's Right
to Work law, distancing himself from Governor Baliles decision to dispatch the
State Police to uphold the rule of law during the labor strife in Southwest
Virginia's coal counties. When asked whether he would follow Baliles' example
and order the state police to enforce the Right to Work Law, Wilder responded,
"I won't have to send in anybody to do anything." (RTD. July 30, 1989). After
he was publicly castigated for his remarks by Marshall Coleman and privately
called on the carpet by Governor Baliles, the Lieutenant Governor reversed
himself and stated support for Baliles' action.
Also this year, Wilder has willingly accepted the enthusiastic endorsement of the
AFL-CIO, UMW, and Virginia Teacher's Union. These are the same unions
that strongly embraced the failed liberal policies of Walter Mondale and Michael
Dukakis.
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
Marshall Coleman opposes collective bargaining for public employees, concurring
with the view that it will lead to government employee strikes. As Attorney
General, Marshall Coleman initiated a suit against the City of Richmond over a
mandatory dues check-off system for public school teachers.
Doug Wilder co-sponsored a comprehensive mandatory collective bargaining
scheme in 1980 and has supported legislation promoting public sector unionism
as recently as 1984.
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I. CHARACTER ISSUES
ETHICS IN GOVERNMENT
As Attorney General, Marshall Coleman presided over an office that was not
only free from hint of scandal, but which worked aggressively to bring
governmental wrongdoers to justice. Attorney General Coleman sought and won
General Assembly passage of the State Governmental Frauds Act to make bid-
rigging in government contracts a felony. As Governor, Marshall Coleman will
administration. insist upon the highest ethical standards from all who serve in a Coleman
Lieutenant Governor Wilder cast one of his few tie-breaking votes as President
violations. of the Virginia Senate to defeat criminal penalties for conflict-of-interest
USING PUBLIC OFFICE FOR PRIVATE GAIN
himself at taxpayer expense.
Douglas Wilder has repeatedly violated his public trust by attempting to enrich
Charging for Speeches
During his term as lieutenant governor, Douglas Wilder sought and obtained
100% increase in his office budget. While doubling his budget, Wilder used his a
taxpayer-paid staff to arrange for an unusually busy schedule of speeches for
which Wilder received money. During his first year in office. the Lieutenant
Governor accepted more than $50,000 in speaking fees, much of it for speeches
and before Virginia groups and organizations -- including public high schools, colleges
universities. Wilder was even paid to speak at the commencement
ceremony at the University of Virginia.
After Wilder's unprecedented practice of charging Virginia citizens to hear him
speak was publicly disclosed, Wilder received intense criticism and was forced to
drop the practice. He now admits it was "wrong." Although he says he turned
or provide documentation to support the claim.
over the collected fees to charity, he has refused to identify any of the charities
Private Aid Bill
Wilder has flagrantly used his legislature office for personal financial In
1977, Wilder sponsored legislation on behalf of a former legal client seeking gain. to
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award her $50,000 in taxpayer funds. The client was threatening to sue Wilder
for malpractice to recover the $50,000. (Washington Post, January 30, 1979)
Thus Wilder was trying to save himself $50,000 by having the taxpayers foot the
bill instead. The legislation was understandably killed in committee.
In legal suits relating to actions with his client, Wilder wrote the court in 1978,
"I have been personally harassed by plaintiff, through counsel, and threatened
that if I did not retain monies through a relief bill in the General Assembly of
Virginia I would be sued." (Virginian-Pilot, July 28, 1989). Wilder was later sued
for malpractice. (Baker, Donald. Wilder: Hold Fast to Dreams).
Spending Public Funds for Private Business
In 1989, the Washington Post reported that Wilder spent "taxpayer dollars for
couriers, overnight package delivery, and long distance telephone calls to
communicate about private business and partisan political matters." Wilder's
office also paid Wilder's plane fare for a speech in Michigan, for which Wilder
also received a $2,346 honorarium. (Washington Post, September 12, 1989).
BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL MISCONDUCT
In his business and political life, Wilder has been unable to keep his affairs in
order. In addition to being incompetent, he has also sought to deceive clients in
order to cover up his misconduct.
Supreme Court Reprimand
In 1978, Wilder was formally reprimanded by the Virginia Supreme Court for
failure to properly handle a lawsuit filed eleven years earlier by his clients, the
family of Cortess Wills. According to the Supreme Court, Wilder was guilty of
"unexcused, unreasonable and inordinate procrastination". The Court stated that
clients." this "constitutes unprofessional conduct" that "prejudiced and damaged his
In addition to being incompetent, Wilder was also dishonest. According to the
Court found that Wilder had written the Willses a letter, falsely claiming that the
lawsuit was "proceeding as well as could be expected", even though he knew he
had missed a filing deadline. The court charged that letter "could obviously
have had no effect other than to mislead his clients."
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In 1975, the Willses sued Wilder for $225,000, accusing him of negligence..
Although Wilder initially claimed that the statute of limitations had expired, he
later settled out of court. A decade later, the entire sorry episode was still being
cited in the Virginia State Bar guidebook -- as an example of how not to pursue
a case (Baker, Donald. Wilder: Hold Fast to Dreams).
Slum Property
Wilder dishonesty and incompetence were also displayed in the way he handled
a "slum" house that he owned in Richmond.
In 1985, Wilder was cited for a building code violation because of the condition
of the property. For 3 years, the residents of the neighborhood had urged
Wilder to repair the broken-down house - it was a haven for rats and a threat
to children playing in the neighborhood. Wilder promised in court to repair the
property, but as soon as the case was dismissed, work on the house ceased. A
grand jury investigation was similarly ended by promises to fix up the property,
which were not kept.
Shortly before he took office as Lieutenant Governor, Wilder was again cited for
violating the building code. Wilder claimed that he had sold the house. But
according to a August 17, 1989, Washington Post report, Wilder continued to
hold the slum property in a trust in 1986 after he said publicly that the property
had been sold. He had simply transferred the title to a trust, of which he was
the sole beneficiary. And when filing his financial disclosure form in 1986 and
1987, Wilder did not list the property, as required by law.
In short, Wilder mismanaged the property, and then lied to Virginians in an
attempt to limit the political damage. Again, he was incompetent and dishonest.
Undeclared Property
In 1988 and 1989, Wilder violated state ethics laws by failing to disclose the
ownership of a 27-acre tract in Louisa County, Wilder received the land as
payment for legally defending a murderer who killed a Louisa judge in a
courtroom 19 years ago. Wilder failed to pay income tax on the property. And
although Wilder accepted the tract in lieu of $27,000 in legal fees, and paid real
estate taxes on the $32,000 assessment set by Louisa authorities, Wilder claimed
that the land was valued at less than $10,000, and therefore did not need to be
declared (Times Herald, September 8, 1989).
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Wilder's running mate, Attorney General Mary Sue Terry, ignored requests to
appoint a special prosecutor. to investigate the situation.
Wilder has acknowledged that in the past he failed to disclose "about $110,000"
of his properties disclosure forms for the state senate (Washington Post,
September 8, 1985).
Other Issues
,
Also in 1989, Wilder has accepted $5,000 from a Virginia man who served ten-
and-a-half months in prison for conspiring to bribe two congressmen
(Washington Times, October 5, 1989).
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II. FIGHTING CRIME AND DRUGS
CRIMINAL SENTENCING
As Governor, Marshall Coleman will act decisively to protect our citizens from
the growing crime menace we face.- As a member of the General Assembly and
as Attorney General, he advocated stiffer penalties for violent criminals, greater
certainty in sentencing, and an end to easy parole and early release. As
Governor, Marshall Coleman will propose abolition of discretionary parole and
adoption of a truth-in-sentencing system.
His Opponent's Record is Wilder
As a member of the General Assembly, Doug Wilder voted against giving the
Commonwealth the right to appeal adverse evidentiary rulings in criminal cases
(SJR 53, 1984).
He voted against denying parole to twice-convicted felons (SB 257, 1982).
He voted to preserve a law requiring early parole of prisoners with less than 6
months left to serve (SB 493, 1980).
He voted against imposing a minimum 10-year sentence without parole for
twice-convicted armed robbers (SB 628, 1977).
He was the only legislator to oppose imposition of mandatory sentences under
the habitual offender law (HB 1960, 1977).
Wilder was one of only 2 Senators to vote against allowing merchants to detain
shoplifters (RTD, March 6, 1976).
He voted against a five-year mandatory sentence for criminals who use firearms
while committing rape, murder, or robbery (SB 34, 1976).
He was one of only 4 senators to vote against a "dangerous weapon" bill that
would have punished those who use knives or razors while committing a felony
(SB 531, 1976).
He proposed legislation that would shorten the sentences of youthful offenders
(RTD, January 17, 1975).
He voted against a bill to impose a two-year mandatory sentence on anyone
convicted of using a dangerous weapon while committing a felony (RTD, Feb 26,
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1972).
He voted against allowing police to revoke the drivers licenses of drivers who do
not pay fines (RTD, June 8, 1971).
He was the only senator to vote against punishing the "willful nonpayment" of
fines by nonindigents (RTD, June 8, 1971).
And he proposed legislation to shorten the maximum sentences for prostitutes
and vagrants (SB 235, 1970).
Douglas Wilder does not support Marshall Coleman's plan to end liberal parole
policies and early release in Virginia. He is also a vocal opponent of Marshall
Coleman's Shock Incarceration/boot camps for youthful offenders, a plan
recently recommended to the Virginia General Assembly for enactment by the
State Crime Commission.
Coleman Endorsed by FOP
Because of the differences that separate the two candidates on criminal justice
issues, Marshall Coleman was endorsed by the Virginia State Lodge of the
Fraternal Order of Police. The 6,500-member FOP, representing rank-and-file
law enforcement officers from across the state, endorsed Wilder for Lt
election. Governor in 1985. Wilder termed the 1985 endorsement by the FOP his key to
But according to former FOP president George Austin, "Four years ago, Doug
Wilder did not tell us the truth about his weak law enforcement record, about
his support for releasing violent criminals early, about his failure to support law
enforcement officials when it counted" (Washington Post, September 27, 1989).
PROTECTING OUR POLICE OFFICERS
Death Penalty
Marshall Coleman and Doug Wilder differ on whether criminals who murder
police officers should face the death penalty. In 1973, Marshall Coleman co-
patroned for legislation (HB 1637) to authorize imposition of the death penalty
for murder of a policeman or prison guard. Doug Wilder was one of only 4
Senators to vote against the measure when it reached the State Senate.
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Wilder was one of only two members to vote against reinstating the death
penalty in 1977 (HB 1329), after the Supreme Court removed doubts about its
constitutionality. That same year, Wilder was the only Senator to vote against
imposing the death penalty for the killing of a law enforcement officer (SB 337).
Firearms
In 1979, Doug Wilder was one of four state senators to vote against making it a
felony to brandish a firearm while attempting to prevent arrest by, or escape
from, a police officer (SB 603). Mr. Wilder, in speaking against the legislation,
said he feared it might provoke some policeman to commit murder (RTD,
January 31, 1979).
CAPITAL PUNISHMENT
Marshall Coleman has always been an advocate of capital punishment. As a
freshman delegate in 1973, he co-sponsored death penalty legislation. After the
U.S. Supreme Court revived the death penalty in the mid-seventies, Marshall
Virginia. Coleman supported legislation to revise and reactivate the death penalty in
As Attorney General, Marshall Coleman led his office's successful defense of the
constitutionality of that law in federal court. Marshall Coleman has proposed
extending the death penalty to cover drug-related homicides and drug kingpins.
Wilder's Longstanding Opposition to the Death Penalty
In contrast, Doug Wilder consistently opposed the death penalty for almost his
entire time in state government. In 1973, he voted against the death penalty for
the murder of policemen (RTD, February 10, 1973).
In 1974, he was one of only 3 Senators to vote against the death penalty for the
murder of policemen, witnesses, or prison inmates (RTD, February 21, 1974).
In 1975 he was one of only 2 Senators to vote against mandatory death penalty
for 1975). three types of murder, including that by hired killers (RTD, January 22,
Later in 1975, he was the only Senator to vote against the death penalty for
murder 1975). through torture, starvation or while committing rape (RTD, January 31,
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In 1976, he voted against the death penalty for murder by bomb (SB 46, 1976).
Wilder was one of only two state Senators to vote "no" on the key 1977 vote to
reinstate the death penalty in Virginia following the Supreme Court ruling
removing doubts about the constitutionality of the legislation (HB 1329, 1977;
Coleman voted "yes").
Wilder also voted against a bill to impose the death penalty for murder of a
police officer (SB 337, 1977; Coleman voted "yes"). He was the only senator
voting "no".
In 1980 and 1981, he voted against applying the death penalty to mass
murderers (SB 378, 1980; SB 693, 1981). In each case, Wilder was among only
a handful of senators to vote "no."
Wilder's Explanations are Confusing and Contradictory
Wilder never voted for any expansion of the death penalty except when he was
running for Lt. Governor in 1985 (Virginia-Pilot, September 14, 1989). His
contradictory. explanations for his anti-capital punishment posture have been confusing and
Although he continued to vote against death penalty measures long after the
statutes passed constitutional muster, Wilder claims he opposed the practice
because it was unconstitutional (Richmond News Leader, October 8, 1985).
Wilder has also claimed that he "has always supported the death penalty in
theory but consistently voted against capital punishment bills until he saw the
law was applied fairly to blacks and whites alike." (Roanoke Times & World-
News, October 8, 1985).
But in an interview with Style magazine in 1985, Wilder said, "I don't believe the
death penalty is a deterrent to crime." (Style Weekly, August 13, 1985).
In 1975, Wilder called the death penalty "an opiate an ancient superstition
that the killing of one person prevents the killing of another a barbarism." He
added that if there was an expansion of the death penalty "we will move further
away from real crime prevention" (RTD, February 6, 1975).
Earlier in 1975, Wilder said "the death penalty has never been a deterrent
from Genesis to 1975. If (RTD January 21, 1975).
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And as recently as this year, a January 28, 1989 headline in the Richmond Afro-
American proclaimed "Wilder firmly against the death penalty." AFRO staff
writer Hazel Trice Edney reported that Wilder "[came] out against the death
penalty." It quoted Wilder as saying "I'm against it" at a meeting of the
Richmond Crusade for Voters in January of this year.
After Wilder denied making the statement, "Reporter Hazel Trice Edney said
she stood by her story, 'and so does my editor." She said she had Wilder's
remarks on tape..." (RTD, January 26, 1989).
Rape Victims and Victims of Crime
Marshall Coleman opposes forcing rape victims to undergo brutal cross-
examination during the trial of their assailants.
He also supports a redoubling of efforts to help the victims of crime, assuring
them access to courtrooms and a greater role in sentencing. Marshall Coleman
supports stiff new penalties for those who exploit children for pornographic
purposes and who sell or possess such explicit materials.
Doug Wilder, as a member of the Virginia legislature, sponsored legislation that
would have subjected rape victims under the age of fourteen to humiliating
courtroom interrogation about their moral reputations and private lives (SB 302,
1972). This legislation, in effect, would have put teenage rape victims on trial.
In 1975, Wilder was one of only 7 senators to vote against the death penalty for
murder while committing rape (RTD, February 6, 1975).
In 1978, Wilder was one of only 6 Senators to vote against a sweeping revision
of Virginia's rape laws. This revision was designed to protect rape victims from
inquiries into their past history and reputation (RTD, February 21, 1978). Wilder
voted against similar laws in 1979 and 1980 (SB 291, 1979; SB 258, 1980).
In 1980, Wilder voted against the "Rape Shield" bill to protect rape victims. He
only voted for a much watered-down version in 1981.
And on the critical issue of punishing pornographers, Doug Wilder does not
propose any new penalties against child pornography.
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III. FISCAL ISSUES AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
RIGHT TO WORK
In 1977, Marshall Coleman was co-patron for legislation (SJR 139) supporting
the Right to Work Law in Virginia. Doug Wilder cast the lone vote in
Committee against this resolution which urged Congress to continue to authorize
state Right to Work laws (memorializing Section 14(b) of the federal Taft-
Hartley Act).
As Attorney General from 1978 to 1982, Coleman accompanied Governor John
Dalton on economic development excursions to preach the virtues of Virginia's
Right to Work Law and favorable business climate. Coleman also successfully
defended the Right to Work Law when it came under a union-sponsored legal
attack during his tenure as Attorney General.
As recently as July 30, 1989, Doug Wilder sought to undercut the state's Right
to Work law, distancing himself from Governor Baliles decision to dispatch the
State Police to uphold the rule of law during the labor strife in Southwest
Virginia's coal counties. When asked whether he would follow Baliles' example
and order the state police to enforce the Right to Work Law, Wilder responded,
"I won't have to send in anybody to do anything." (RTD, July 30, 1989). After
he was publicly castigated for his remarks by Marshall Coleman and privately
called on the carpet by Governor Baliles, the Lieutenant Governor reversed
himself and stated support for Baliles' action.
Also this year, Wilder has willingly accepted the enthusiastic endorsement of the
AFL-CIO, UMW, and Virginia Teacher's Union. These are the same unions
that strongly embraced the failed liberal policies of Walter Mondale and Michael
Dukakis.
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
Marshall Coleman opposes collective bargaining for public employees, concurring
with the view that it will lead to government employee strikes. As Attorney
General, Marshall Coleman initiated a suit against the City of Richmond over a
mandatory dues check-off system for public school teachers.
Doug Wilder co-sponsored a comprehensive mandatory collective bargaining
scheme in 1980 and has supported legislation promoting public sector unionism
as recently as 1984.
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I. CHARACTER ISSUES
ETHICS IN GOVERNMENT
As Attorney General, Marshall Coleman presided over an office that was not
only free from hint of scandal, but which worked aggressively to bring
governmental wrongdoers to justice. Attorney General Coleman sought and won
General Assembly passage of the State Governmental Frauds Act to make bid-
rigging in government contracts a felony. As Governor, Marshall Coleman will
insist upon the highest ethical standards from all who serve in a Coleman
administration.
Lieutenant Governor Wilder cast one of his few tie-breaking votes as President
of the Virginia Senate to defeat criminal penalties for conflict-of-interest
violations.
USING PUBLIC OFFICE FOR PRIVATE GAIN
Douglas Wilder has repeatedly violated his public trust by attempting to enrich
himself at taxpayer expense.
Charging for Speeches
During his term as lieutenant governor, Douglas Wilder sought and obtained a
100% increase in his office budget. While doubling his budget, Wilder used his
taxpayer-paid staff to arrange for an unusually busy schedule of speeches for
which Wilder received money. During his first year in office, the Lieutenant
Governor accepted more than $50,000 in speaking fees, much of it for speeches
before Virginia groups and organizations -- including public high schools, colleges
and universities. Wilder was even paid to speak at the commencement
ceremony at the University of Virginia.
After Wilder's unprecedented practice of charging Virginia citizens to hear him
speak was publicly disclosed, Wilder received intense criticism and was forced to
drop the practice. He now admits it was "wrong." Although he says he turned
over the collected fees to charity, he has refused to identify any of the charities
or provide documentation to support the claim.
Private Aid Bill
Wilder has flagrantly used his legislature office for personal financial gain. In
1977, Wilder sponsored legislation on behalf of a former legal client seeking to
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award her $50,000 in taxpayer funds. The client was threatening to sue Wilder
for malpractice to recover the $50,000. (Washington Post, January 30, 1979)
Thus Wilder was trying to save himself $50,000 by having the taxpayers foot the
bill instead. The legislation was understandably killed in committee.
In legal suits relating to actions with his client, Wilder wrote the court in 1978,
"I have been personally harassed by plaintiff, through counsel, and threatened
that if I did not retain monies through a relief bill in the General Assembly of
Virginia I would be sued." (Virginian-Pilot, July, 28, (1989). Wilder was later sued
for malpractice. (Baker, Donald. Wilder: Hold Fast to Dreams).
Spending Public Funds for Private Business
In 1989, the Washington Post reported that Wilder spent "taxpayer dollars for
couriers, overnight package delivery, and long distance telephone calls to
communicate about private business and partisan political matters." Wilder's
office also paid Wilder's plane fare for a speech in Michigan, for which Wilder
also received a $2,346 honorarium. (Washington Post, September 12, 1989).
BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL MISCONDUCT
In his business and political life, Wilder has been unable to keep his affairs in
order. In addition to being incompetent, he has also sought to deceive clients in
order to cover up his misconduct.
Supreme Court Reprimand
In 1978, Wilder was formally reprimanded by the Virginia Supreme Court for
failure to properly handle a lawsuit filed eleven years earlier by his clients, the
family of Cortess Wills. According to the Supreme Court, Wilder was guilty of
"unexcused, unreasonable and inordinate procrastination". The Court stated that
this "constitutes unprofessional conduct" that "prejudiced and damaged his
clients."
In addition to being incompetent, Wilder was also dishonest. According to the
Court found that Wilder had written the Willses a letter, falsely claiming that the
lawsuit was "proceeding as well as could be expected", even though he knew he
had missed a filing deadline. The court charged that letter "could obviously
have had no effect other than to mislead his clients."
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In 1975, the Willses sued Wilder for $225,000, accusing him of negligence.
Although Wilder initially claimed that the statute of limitations had expired, he
later settled out of court. A decade later, the entire sorry episode was still being
cited in the Virginia State Bar guidebook -- as an example of how not to pursue
a case (Baker, Donald. Wilder: Hold Fast to Dreams).
Slum Property
Wilder dishonesty and incompetence were also displayed in the way he handled
a "slum" house that he owned in Richmond.
In 1985, Wilder was cited for a building code violation because of the condition
of the property. For 3 years, the residents of the neighborhood had urged
Wilder to repair the broken-down house - it was a haven for rats and a threat
to children playing in the neighborhood. Wilder promised in court to repair the
property, but as soon as the case was dismissed, work on the house ceased. A
grand jury investigation was similarly ended by promises to fix up the property,
which were not kept.
Shortly before he took office as Lieutenant Governor, Wilder was again cited for
violating the building code. Wilder claimed that he had sold the house. But
according to a August 17, 1989, Washington Post report, Wilder continued to
hold the slum property in a trust in 1986 after he said publicly that the property
had been sold. He had simply transferred the title to a trust, of which he was
the sole beneficiary. And when filing his financial disclosure form in 1986 and
1987, Wilder did not list the property, as required by law.
In short, Wilder mismanaged the property, and then lied to Virginians in an
attempt to limit the political damage. Again, he was incompetent and dishonest.
Undeclared Property
In 1988 and 1989, Wilder violated state ethics laws by failing to disclose the
ownership of a 27-acre tract in Louisa County. Wilder received the land as
payment for legally defending a murderer who killed a Louisa judge in a
courtroom 19 years ago. Wilder failed to pay income tax on the property. And
although Wilder accepted the tract in lieu of $27,000 in legal fees, and paid real
estate taxes on the $32,000 assessment set by Louisa authorities, Wilder claimed
that the land was valued at less than $10,000, and therefore did not need to be
declared (Times Herald, September 8, 1989).
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Wilder's running mate, Attorney General Mary Sue Terry, ignored requests to
appoint a special prosecutor. to investigate the situation.
Wilder has acknowledged that in the past he failed to disclose "about $110,000"
of his properties disclosure forms for the state senate (Washington Post,
September 8, 1985).
Other Issues
Also in 1989, Wilder has accepted $5,000 from a Virginia man who served ten-
and-a-half months in prison for conspiring to bribe two congressmen
(Washington Times, October 5, 1989).
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II. FIGHTING CRIME AND DRUGS
CRIMINAL SENTENCING
As Governor, Marshall Coleman will act decisively to protect our citizens from
the growing crime menace we face.: As a member of the General Assembly and
as Attorney General, he advocated stiffer penalties for violent criminals, greater
certainty in sentencing, and an end to easy parole and early release. As
Governor, Marshall Coleman will propose abolition of discretionary parole and
adoption of a truth-in-sentencing system.
His Opponent's Record is Wilder
As a member of the General Assembly, Doug Wilder voted against giving the
Commonwealth the right to appeal adverse evidentiary rulings in criminal cases
(SJR 53, 1984).
He voted against denying parole to twice-convicted felons (SB 257, 1982).
He voted to preserve a law requiring early parole of prisoners with less than 6
months left to serve (SB 493, 1980).
He voted against imposing a minimum 10-year sentence without parole for
twice-convicted armed robbers (SB 628, 1977).
He was the only legislator to oppose imposition of mandatory sentences under
the habitual offender law (HB 1960, 1977).
Wilder was one of only 2 Senators to vote against allowing merchants to detain
shoplifters (RTD, March 6, 1976).
He voted against a five-year mandatory sentence for criminals who use firearms
while committing rape, murder, or robbery (SB 34, 1976).
He was one of only 4 senators to vote against a "dangerous weapon" bill that
would have punished those who use knives or razors while committing a felony
(SB 531, 1976).
He proposed legislation that would shorten the sentences of youthful offenders
(RTD, January 17, 1975).
He voted against a bill to impose a two-year mandatory sentence on anyone
convicted of using a dangerous weapon while committing a felony (RTD, Feb 26,
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1972).
He voted against allowing police to revoke the drivers licenses of drivers who do
not pay fines (RTD, June 8, 1971).
He was the only senator to vote against punishing the "willful nonpayment" of
fines by nonindigents (RTD, June 8, 1971).
And he proposed legislation to shorten the maximum sentences for prostitutes
and vagrants (SB 235, 1970).
Douglas Wilder does not support Marshall Coleman's plan to end liberal parole
policies and early release in Virginia. He is also a vocal opponent of Marshall
Coleman's Shock Incarceration/boot camps for youthful offenders, a plan
recently recommended to the Virginia General Assembly for enactment by the
State Crime Commission.
Coleman Endorsed by FOP
Because of the differences that separate the two candidates on criminal justice
issues, Marshall Coleman was endorsed by the Virginia State Lodge of the
Fraternal Order of Police. The 6,500-member FOP, representing rank-and-file
law enforcement officers from across the state, endorsed Wilder for Lt
Governor in 1985. Wilder termed the 1985 endorsement by the FOP his key to
election.
But according to former FOP president George Austin, "Four years ago, Doug
Wilder did not tell us the truth about his weak law enforcement record, about
his support for releasing violent criminals early, about his failure to support law
enforcement officials when it counted" (Washington Post, September 27, 1989).
PROTECTING OUR POLICE OFFICERS
Death Penalty
Marshall Coleman and Doug Wilder differ on whether criminals who murder
police officers should face the death penalty. In 1973, Marshall Coleman co-
patroned for legislation (HB 1637) to authorize imposition of the death penalty
for murder of a policeman or prison guard. Doug Wilder was one of only 4
Senators to vote against the measure when it reached the State Senate.
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Wilder was one of only two members to vote against reinstating the death
penalty in 1977 (HB 1329), after the Supreme Court removed doubts about its
constitutionality. That same year, Wilder was the only Senator to vote against
imposing the death penalty for the killing of a law enforcement officer (SB 337).
Firearms
In 1979, Doug Wilder was one of four state senators to vote against making it a
felony to brandish a firearm while attempting to prevent arrest by, or escape
from, a police officer (SB 603). Mr. Wilder, in speaking against the legislation,
said he feared it might provoke some policeman to commit murder (RTD.
January 31, 1979).
CAPITAL PUNISHMENT
Marshall Coleman has always been an advocate of capital punishment. As a
freshman delegate in 1973, he co-sponsored death penalty legislation. After the
U.S. Supreme Court revived the death penalty in the mid-seventies, Marshall
Coleman supported legislation to revise and reactivate the death penalty in
Virginia.
As Attorney General, Marshall Coleman led his office's successful defense of the
constitutionality of that law in federal court. Marshall Coleman has proposed
extending the death penalty to cover drug-related homicides and drug kingpins.
Wilder's Longstanding Opposition to the Death Penalty
In contrast, Doug Wilder consistently opposed the death penalty for almost his
entire time in state government. In 1973, he voted against the death penalty for
the murder of policemen (RTD, February 10, 1973).
In 1974, he was one of only 3 Senators to vote against the death penalty for the
murder of policemen, witnesses, or prison inmates (RTD, February 21, 1974).
In 1975 he was one of only 2 Senators to vote against mandatory death penalty
for three types of murder, including that by hired killers (RTD. January 22,
1975).
Later in 1975, he was the only Senator to vote against the death penalty for
murder through torture, starvation or while committing rape (RTD, January 31,
1975).
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In 1976, he voted against the death penalty for murder by bomb (SB 46, 1976).
Wilder was one of only two state Senators to vote "no" on the key 1977 vote to
reinstate the death penalty in Virginia following the Supreme Court ruling
removing doubts about the constitutionality of the legislation (HB 1329, 1977;
Coleman voted "yes").
Wilder also voted against a bill to impose the death penalty for murder of a
police officer (SB 337, 1977; Coleman voted "yes"). He was the only senator
voting "no".
In 1980 and 1981, he voted against applying the death penalty to mass
murderers (SB 378, 1980; SB 693, 1981). In each case, Wilder was among only
a handful of senators to vote "no."
Wilder's Explanations are Confusing and Contradictory
Wilder never voted for any expansion of the death penalty except when he was
running for Lt. Governor in 1985 (Virginia-Pilot, September 14, 1989). His
explanations for his anti-capital punishment posture have been confusing and
contradictory.
Although he, continued to vote against death penalty measures long after the
statutes passed constitutional muster, Wilder claims he opposed the practice
because it was unconstitutional (Richmond News Leader, October 8, 1985).
Wilder has also claimed that he "has always supported the death penalty in
theory but consistently voted against capital punishment bills until he saw the
law was applied fairly to blacks and whites alike." (Roanoke Times & World-
News, October 8, 1985).
But in an interview with Style magazine in 1985, Wilder said, "I don't believe the
death penalty is a deterrent to crime." (Style Weekly, August 13, 1985).
In 1975, Wilder called the death penalty "an opiate an ancient superstition
that the killing of one person prevents the killing of another a barbarism." He
added that if there was an expansion of the death penalty "we will move further
away from real crime prevention" (RTD, February 6, 1975).
Earlier in 1975, Wilder said "the death penalty has never been a deterrent
from Genesis to 1975. II (RTD January 21, 1975).
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And as recently as this year, a January 28, 1989 headline in the Richmond Afro-
American proclaimed "Wilder firmly against the death penalty." AFRO staff
writer Hazel Trice Edney reported that Wilder "[came] out against the death
penalty." It quoted Wilder as saying "I'm against it" at a meeting of the
Richmond Crusade for Voters in January of this year.
After Wilder denied making the statement, "Reporter Hazel Trice Edney said
she stood by her story, 'and so does my editor.' She said she had Wilder's
remarks on tape..." (RTD, January 26, 1989). -
Rape Victims and Victims of Crime
Marshall Coleman opposes forcing rape victims to undergo brutal cross-
examination during the trial of their assailants.
He also supports a redoubling of efforts to help the victims of crime, assuring
them access to courtrooms and a greater role in sentencing. Marshall Coleman
supports stiff new penalties for those who exploit children for pornographic
purposes and who sell or possess such explicit materials.
Doug Wilder, as a member of the Virginia legislature, sponsored legislation that
would have subjected rape victims under the age of fourteen to humiliating
courtroom interrogation about their moral reputations and private lives (SB 302,
1972). This legislation, in effect, would have put teenage rape victims on trial.
In 1975, Wilder was one of only 7 senators to vote against the death penalty for
murder while committing rape (RTD, February 6, 1975).
In 1978, Wilder was one of only 6 Senators to vote against a sweeping revision
of Virginia's rape laws. This revision was designed to protect rape victims from
inquiries into their past history and reputation (RTD. February 21, 1978). Wilder
voted against similar laws in 1979 and 1980 (SB 291, 1979; SB 258, 1980).
In 1980, Wilder voted against the "Rape Shield" bill to protect rape victims. He
only voted for a much watered-down version in 1981.
And on the critical issue of punishing pornographers, Doug Wilder does not
propose any new penalties against child pornography.
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Davis/Martin
Oct. 31, 1989
Title: Coleman
Draft: One
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: MAJOR DONORS, Richmond, Virginia
Friday, Nov. 3, 1989, 11:30 p.m.
It's a pleasure to back among so many of my Virginia
friends. ( (Congressman Tom Bliley, thanks to you for all you've
done; you're giving the people of the Third Congressional
District every reason to be proud -- ((other acknowledgements to
come.))))
Today, I see before me a core group of Virginia leaders; men
and women who are not content to just passively support a
candidate, but who are activists in the service of a great cause.
I could not come to Richmond today without thanking you for your
support and your leadership.
This Virginia campaign is generating a lot of interesting
news. ((In fact, I understand that many of the local papers have
recently run stories about a new pseudo-science called "face
reading." The way it works is this: So-called experts study
photos of a candidate's features -- the size of his ears or the
width of his brow -- and then predict what kind of policies he
would support in office. Well, maybe there is something to
this after all. For when it comes to Republicans and the
new
question of higher taxes for America and for Virginia, all you
jokes (2)
have to do is read our lips.)
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Of course, I haven't come to Richmond today to read faces or
tea leaves. But I have come to support a candidate who is
running, and running strong, to lead Virginia into the 1990s.
I am here to return the support of someone who stood by me
last year, someone who has emerged as a great leader for the Old
Dominion -- the next governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia --
Marshall Coleman.
Soldier, father, businessman, statesman -- Marshall has been
seasoned and tested as a leader. He is a man of impressive
accomplishments and unusual courage. And he is the right man to
occupy the chair of Thomas Jefferson, the governor's chair in
Richmond.
Marshall is right on taxes. Virginians have endured one tax
increase after another -- five in the last four years alone. But
only one candidate will stand tough against higher taxes --
Marshall Coleman.
He is right on education. Only one candidate for governor
has a comprehensive plan to improve education, to deliver better
pay for better teachers, and give parents choice for their
children's schooling -- Marshall Coleman.
And he is right on crime. Only one candidate is endorsed by
the Fraternal Order of Police and has an unwavering stand in
favor of the death penalty -- again, it is Marshall Coleman.
From his Marine days, to his service as a delegate, state
senator and attorney-general, Marshall has always been a
trailblazer. He sued to keep Virginia's rivers clear and clean.
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He has devised a plan to save and protect the Chesapeake Bay.
All this adds up to a vision of a greater Virginia; a greater
place to work, prosper and raise kids; a vision that is the
hallmark of a leader.
Marshall is also leading a strong and impressive Republican
ticket. State Senator Eddy ((ED-dee)) Dalton will make a great
lieutenant-governor, and a great leader in our war on drugs. And
Joe Benedetti, as attorney-general, will bring Virginia back to
the days when the handcuffs were on the criminals, not on the
courts.
Virginia has prospered under Republican Administrations for
with quality
eight and a half years. Imagine how well Virginia will do in the
future if it is led by this Republican team.
The election is four days away. Whether the next decade
will bring promise and opportunity to Virginia depends on how
badly we want to win. It hinges on which side gets out the vote.
It comes down to grit and determination.
But I know, from meeting you, that courage and persistence
will win out. George Patton, a great general, and a son of this
Commonwealth, said: "Accept the challenges, so that you may feel
the exhilaration of victory." With your leadership, we can -- we
will -- win a victory for the Old Dominion.
Once again, I thank you for all that you have done. God
bless you, God bless Virginia and the United States.
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McGroarty/Dooley
October 30, 1989
11:30 am
[COLEMAN]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MARSHALL COLEMAN FUNDRAISER
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA
NOVEMBER 3, 1989
12:00 noon?
I'm happy to be here in Richmond, back in the beautiful
capital of the Old Dominion. /// [[ Thank you for such a warm
welcome this afternoon. It's just a pity I can't stick around
for Friday Cheers. ]] ///
[Introductory acknowlegements.] I want to thank all the
eminent Virginians who are here with me today. Congressman Tom
Bliley, who does such a fine job representing the 3rd District up
on Capitol Hill. Two fine members of the Virginia Senate who are
ready to step up to new positions of public trust: Joe Benedetti
-- running hard for Attorney General. Eddy Dalton -- Virginia's
next Lieutenant Governor.
And finally, let's all say hello to Virginia's next
Governor: Marshall Coleman. ////
We're in the final four days -- the home stretch, and
Marshall's finishing strong. [[ And I don't blame the other
side if they've lost some of their focus lately. /// It's hard
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to keep your eyes on the finish line when you're busy looking
over your shoulder. ]]
[[ Reggie Jackson was called "Mr. October" because he
always came through when the big game was on the line. Well, I
think you'll find that Marshall Coleman is "Mr. November." And
I'll tell all of you what I told Marshall just a few moments ago:
the only poll that counts is the one that happens on November
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Four days from now, the people of this state are going to
decide who has a vision for Virginia in the 90s -- who can lead
the Old Dominion into a new decade full of new challenges.
My friends, that man is Marshall Coleman --- a man of
integrity. A man with the new ideas the Old Dominion needs to
reach its destiny.
We know what we can expect from Marshall's opponent, and his
party's way of doing things. I hear the same things up on
Capitol Hill that you do from Capitol Square -- and it's
beginning to sound like a broken record. Doesn't matter what it
is, every issue is an opportunity -- to raise your taxes.
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Smith even gave a new title to its employees, calling them
"associates." This is no hollow accolade from public relations.
Every Smith employee truly is an associate. In fact, any Smith
worker has the power to halt the production line if he or she
detects a problem in quality or safety.
Our other winner takes a similar approach with its ( (company
logo to come) ) philosophy. Jones employees are given the
authority they need to make day-to-day decisions. They are, the
company says, expected to take the initiative in finding and
fixing problems. And they do. While every manager works, every
worker is managing.
One of the best things about this award, is that it allows
successful companies to share what they have learned; to set an
Yan
example. Many firms will learn a great deal from their example.
Others will need to follow their own path. But one lesson is
applicable to all: quality products and service is no accident.
It is the result of a certain can-do, no-excuses attitude -- an
aggressive impatience with the status quo -- even in the best of
times. It is this attitude, more than anything else, that is
responsible for the creation of wealth and jobs we have seen in
the last seven years.
In these years, our total national wealth has grown by
almost a third. We have created more than twenty million new
jobs. And we are still enjoying the rewards of what has proven
to be the longest peacetime expansion in American history.
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Well, make no mistake: Marshall Coleman is one candidate
who doesn't confuse having a vision for the future with having a
sharp eye on your wallets. ///
Marshall knows the issues that matter to most Virginians.
Take the issue of law and order. Marshall's a veteran crime
fighter -- a former Attorney General who understands you can't
have safe streets and neighborhoods unless you're ready to make
life tough on criminals. That means tougher sentencing --- and an
end to early release and parole policies that put dangerous
criminals back on the street when they should stay where they
belong -- behind bars.
And Marshall Coleman is the right man to lead Virginia in
the battle against drug abuse. The war on drugs isn't a war of
words. Anyone can talk tough: but talking tough doesn't keep
dealers off the street. It doesn't keep drugs out of the hands
of our children.
Marshall Coleman knows it's time for action. He knows we've
got to go after drug dealers and drug users. And he knows we've
it's time to take the profit out of the drug business -- time to
confiscate the dealers' ill-gotten gains.
That's the no-nonsense, real world approach we need. And if
you need any more proof, just ask the folks out on the front line
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in the war on crime and drugs. The Fraternal Order of Police
have given Marshall Coleman their vote of confidence -- and I
think that says it all.
Marshall Coleman is strong on the issues across the board.
Take the one issue that may well be the most important of any
that fall within a state's responsibilities: education.
Marshall and I have talked many times about the state of our
schools today, and I can tell you: he's as convinced as I am
that there is no other issue more vital to the future of this
state, this nation, and for the kind of lives our children will
lead.
Marshall knows what every parent with kids in school today
knows: it's time to move beyond the status quo. We've got to
recognize what works in our schools -- and reward it. That's the
idea behind Marshall's merit pay plan: better pay for better
teachers. We've got to increase accountability -- and that means
expanding choice in our schools. Choice can create an incentive
for improvement that spurs a competition for excellence in all
our schools.
And one thing more about Marshall -- good news for all
Virginians. Marshall Coleman draws the line against higher
taxes. The people of this state have endured five tax increases
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The Marshall Coleman Fact Sheet
Born:
Staunton, Virginia June 8, 1942
Raised:
Waynesboro, Virginia
Education:
Waynesboro Public Schools
Graduated Waynesboro High School 1960
BA with high honors, University of Virginia 1964
President UVA Council
Member Raven Society, ODK
Phi Beta Kappa
JD, University of Virginia Law School 1970
Military:
United States Marine Corps, 1966 - 1969
13 months service Republic of Vietnam
Veteran of "Tet Offensive"
First Lieutenant, USMC
Professional: Partner, Arent, Fox, Kintner, Plotkin and Kahn law firm;
Leads the firm's Virginia Division
Former partner, Beveridge & Diamond, P.C., Washington, D.C.
Former partner, Lotz, Black, Coleman and Gudal law firm
of Staunton, Virginia
Member, Board of Directors, NV/Ryan Homes, McLean, Va
United States Magistrate for Western District of Virginia
1971-1972
Public Service
Career:
Attorney General of Virginia 1978 - 1982
First and only Republican elected AG this century
Member, Senate of Virginia 1976 - 1977
Senate Committees: Agriculture, Conservation and
Natural Resources
Education and Health
Rehabilitation and Social Services
Member, Virginia House of Delegates 1972 - 1975
House Committees: General Laws
Corporations, Insurance and
Banking
Commission to Study Needs of
the Elderly
Member, Virginia State Crime Commission 1978 - 1982
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Past Civic
Activities:
Board of Directors, Staunton . Augusta Chamber of
Commerce
Chairman, Staunton-Augusta United Fund Drive
Staunton Rotary Club
Personal:
Two sons,
Sean Kelly Coleman, 19, a Freshman at Princeton
University
William Phillip "Billy" Coleman, 14, a Freshman at
Lee High School, Staunton, Virginia
Mother, Marguerite Brooks Coleman of Waynesboro, Virginia
Father, deceased
One brother, Warren Coleman, a broadcast executive in
Waynesboro, Virginia
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The Leager-Star recently Interviewed each of
R. 1 would argue against IL. 1 UUIT L velleve was HILL 15
the three Republican candidates for governor,
a need for more revenue.
seeking their views on a variety of issues as their June
13 primary approaches. J. Marshall Coleman, who also
Q.
Is It your position that the increases that Governor
is the subject of a profile appearing today on page A1,
Baliles supported for highways were not needed?
was interviewed April 13 by staff writers Warren Fiske
Would you have supported those?
and Margaret Edds; Virginia editor Dale Eisman; Bill
Wood, editor; and Frank Callaham, associate editor. A
A.
No, I would not have supported them. I think what
profile and interview with Stan Parris will appear in
Governor Baliles did was to be part of an administra-
next Sunday's edition and a profile and interview with
tion that reduced spending for public highways dra-
Paul S. Trible Jr. will appear Sunday, May 21.
matically during [Gov. Charles S. Robb's] term of of-
Q.
fice. Nothing was done for four years
then
when
How is the Marshall Coleman of 1989 different, per-
the successor Democrat came in who had been part of
sonally and philosophically, from the man who ran for
that administration he said that we were in a crisis
governor in 1981 and for lieutenant governor in 1985?
now, and so millions of dollars were appropriated to be
A.
misspent by the highway department. I think we really
Well, I think the older is something that is objec-
Virginian 5/7/89
have bureaucrats in charge of the highway depart-
tively proven; wiser is [something I] hope for people to
ment, and it's so clogged by bureaucracy you're talking
agree with me on. I think philosophically that there is
about planning a bridge for five years in advance be-
no difference between the candidate from '81 to '89. I
fore you even begin to build it. I want to see privatiza-
think that in terms of experience, that the watching
tion, I want to see decentralization.
and participating in public policy has given me a big
ger data base and I think that I bring to this campaign
greater wisdom and understanding than I brought in
Q.
The statistics indicate that the time between the
the past.
letting of bids and getting projects under construction
is less now than it was in the Robb administration. And
Q.
Can you point to a position you've taken
aren't there a record number of projects under
or
where your position has evolved because of this in-
contract?
crease in knowledge and experience?
A.
Well it depends on how you define a project. The
A.
I guess It comes to, for me, the experiences [have]
highway department is not going to produce informa-
brought me the opportunity to take a longer view of
tion to you that shows that their projects are
things, and I feel vindicated In that a lot of my ideas
that I first was promoting, for example uniform sen-
Q.
That's why I'm asking you to produce it.
tencing, have now caught on, We still don't have them
here in Virginia, but the evolution there was to confirm
A.
I'm producing it as someone who has seen a whole
my original instinct.
series of projects around the state. I know how that
Q.
highway department works very well, and 1 can tell you
You've suggested that the state should use its
that if you go and talk to anybody in local government
windfall from federal tax reform to provide tax relief to
in the state of Virginia today, they will tell you that
federal retirees. We thought the Republican goal in
projects are taking longer, that they are costing more
returning the windfall was to return it to those who
money and that the conditions today in Virginia are
paid it. That surely includes more than just federal
just as bad as they were in 1986.
retirees. So why should they get all the relief? (Editor's
note: This interview was conducted prior to the Gener-
Q.
Let me go back to the pensions for a second. As-
al Assembly special session on pension tax reform.]
suming, and 1 think it is correct, that you have four
A.
times as many private pensions as you have federal
Well that goal's been twice thwarted by the Demo
crats. And by the leaders in the Assembly and the
pensions: that's $1.2 billion you'd be taking out of state
coffers every blennium [to give federal pensions a tax
governor. I think it's plain that the simple response
exemption] Where are you going to get the rest of the
that the Republicans had, and I was part of
has
money? Where does that come from?
fallen on deaf ears, and there is no ability to get that
done. So 1 want to take that money - there's $190
A.
I have said here that we've got a $600 million sur-
million roughly - I want to take the $150 million to
plus that we began talking about a few months ago,
make up for the potential shortfall for the retirees.
and everyone was delighted to find out that we had
Then take the balance as the first step toward phasing
$600 million. So now we're talking about we've got $450
out the taxation of private pensioners. 1 think our poli-
million. I don't think revenue shortage is a problem in
cy ought to be to give an incentive to people to save for
Virginia. And to me, if you begin to encourage people
their retirement because the same kind of costs that
in their savings and in their pensions, that's going to
we are realizing in the Medicaid program are going to
ultimately be 8 real economy in state government, be-
come in the next 20 years over again.
cause one of the most growing areas of our state bud-
Q.
get is paying for the cost of care for elderly Virginians.
Why should we treat people who are able to retire
on large pensions and have other income the same as
people who have very small pensions very meager
Q.
Well, I don't think anybody will argue with that.
incomes?
But, you were talking about Medicaid, and that's only
for the poorest people. If you want to go into a nursing
A.
Well, I think that you know all of the federal tax
home, if you're married and want to go into a nursing
policy has been to talk about qualified pensions. That
home, you have to spend yourself poor before Medicald
means there is not an unlimited amount of money that
will pay for it. How are these poor people going to save
is exempt. My goal is to have the state retirees contin-
for their pensions?
ue to have untaxed benefits, the federal retirees to
have untaxed benefits and private retirees to have un-
A. I'm not sure that everybody will. I'm not sure that
taxed benefits, but obviously there we have to have
the tax policy can encourage people to do all the things
qualifications.
that we might think they ought to do. But I do know
that when you see the aging population growing as
Q.
How about refunding past payments?
much
it
is
in
numbers
increasing by 70 percent in
the next two decades, you've got to realize that there
A.
Well I think that is something that will have to be
are more people who will be using Medicaid.
resolved in courts.
Q.
Q.I really think that if you're running for governor
You said recently that there would be no more tax
you really ought to be able to say where those cuts are
increases, no state increases, no local Increase, no in-
going to come.
creases at all in the Coleman administration. Yet politi-
cians, Eddy Dalton is a recent example, often make
A.
Well, we first have got to determine how much it
campaign pledges on which they later renege. What is
would cost us to not tax private pensions. I would like
to keep you from doing the same thing?
to see us take the money that we now have to begin
A.
the first step of phasing in a tax reduction for pensions.
I've added one more step to that process. I'm going
I remember when [former Gov.] Mills Godwin was con-
to read the lips of the voters of Virginia. If they want to
fronted with a shortfall. He had a 5 percent reduction
overrule me, they can do so through public referen-
in the state budget. That's a big number, and I've
dum. But that would be the only way that tax increase
never yet heard that we lost a breath by doing that.
would occur under a Coleman administration
Q.
Q.
Let's just go back to this decade, to when Chuck
And in that referendum, would you stay out of the
Robb made a 5 percent reduction. I think that if you'll
debate or would you argue against the tax increase?
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pro-tax candidate, or at least you
had a television commercial that
continued from Page CI
did. Isn't his position sort of the
same as yours in that you would go
talk to the people who attend col-
for a tax that was approved in a
lege, particularly over here at ODU,
referendum?
I think that they will tell you that
was a dramatic cut and hurt their
A.
I'm not sure what his position is
program. I think if that is where you
because he began his campaign
want to cut, you ought to say It If
asking for more taxes, and then
you're going to cut the higher edu-
when I began to talk, debate him on
cation, or elementary or secondary.
that or to seek to debate him on
You ought to be honest with the
that point, the dancing and the bob-
voters.
bing and weaving began.
A.
I'm being as honest as I can
Q.
If you're not sure what his posi-
with the voters by saying this: We
tion is, how can you run as television
are going to generate millions of
commercial that says: "Say no to
new dollars in our budget next year
Trible taxes"?
and the year after. There is some-
thing like $15 billion new dollars
A.
I was very clear with what his
that have been generated simply by
position was then.
Reaganomics without the General
Assembly passing a single tax in-
Q.
Well, he said Baliles' tax propos-
crease. Now that money, It seems to
al and that includes a referendum.
me, ought to be available to us to
make the kinds of reforms and im-
A.
I didn't say that I would approve
provements that we want to.
anything so long as there was a ref-
Q.
erendum. I didn't say that I would
Ronald Reagan, running for
approve a tax. I said that I would
president in 1980, talked about fed-
not approve one unless there was a
eral waste and this bloated, terrible
referendum.
federal government, and we're go-
ing to cut and balance the budget in
Q.
So you're saying you would con-
four years. And when he left office
sider it. ? That is all he said.
Q.
What is your position on Tom
eight years later after lots of hard
A.
Moss' constitutional amendment on
work, the federal budget was larger
Well, as I say, he's had an evolv-
pledge bonds?
than ever.
ing position, and I have not yet
A.
heard him say that he would rule
A.
I'm for that.
It was larger than ever, but the
out a tax increase as governor
rate of growth was slow. That's
nor have I heard him say that he
Q.
You would anticipate as gover-
significant.
would not seek a tax increase as
nor recommending financing high-
Q.
governor.
ways with pledge bonds if that was
But, nevertheless, the budget
Q.
approved?
continued to grow by leaps and
In 1981, when you were running
bounds, and the deficit was swelled
against Chuck Robb, you made a
A.
I want to find out what the argu-
to record levels. What is there to
no-tax pledge that is not altogether
ments are against it. I want to find
lead us to think that the same thing
unlike the one you've made this
out if there are real objections. I
won't happen with the growth of
time. All the polls say that the pub-
think today, In late 20th century Vir-
state spending if we don't get more
lic this year is willing to consider
ginia, that by not building more
specific promises about what you
more taxes if it can be sold on the
roads, we're probably harming our
might cut?
need for them. Are you behind the
overall economy. I think that most
A.
people on this one?
of these roads are job-producing
Well, I think that we're going to
A.
roads that enhance the economy.
have a real list of those things. And
I think I'm ahead, you may re-
And because they have a short life-
I think we're going to come back
member we just elected a president
time and because you have to spe-
with proposals for increasing the ef-
that took the same pledge
six
cifically approve them, I think there
ficiencies. It's very much like when
years after Y took my pledge. There
is a lot of virture in doing [bond fi-
I ran for attorney general; I wasn't
are cycles in American politics and
nancing].
on the inside, and I wasn't able to
right now, taxing levels are as high
say with precision how we would
as they have ever been. Taxing is
Q.
What is your position on Lake
cut the money, but I set the goal of
our first alternative and not our last
Gaston? Should Virginia Beach be
doing it and we realized the goal. I
alternative. I think that we need to
allowed to draw water?
think it is a question of establishing
impose discipline on state spending.
priorities. I think it is a question, for
A.
Q.
Well, that's a matter that has a
example, of new programs. It's
The biggest thing in the budget
number of federal obstacles in the
much more difficult to do away with
is state aid to education which has
way. It's the subject of litigation at
existing programs than It is to do
gone up tremendously [under Gov.
this very moment. I don't want to
away with programs before they
Baliles]. These increases in state
see Virginia Beach put all its eggs
come into existence I think the pro-
aid to education have moved us
in one basket because I don't think
posal that we begin to have a pro-
from 32nd to only about 26th or 25th
overall there's a net water shortage
gram for all 4-year-olds Is a very ex-
or something So the need is clearly
down here. I want to be sure that
pensive program that we ought to
to continue to try to get teacher sal-
the governor's good offices are used
carefully examine before we em-
ary levels up, and it's a job we
to try to bring energy to solving
bark on it.
haven't finished, and so where is
these disputes among the localities,
this spending of all this unneeded
and I think we very much have got
And you support merit pay for
money?
to have a more regional approach to
teachers, which is also a very ex-
A.
solving the water problem. We have
pensive program?
If our goal was to just increase
not had that as much in the past.
A.
teacher salaries, that could certain-
Well, merit pay for teachers I
ly be accomplished. But what we've
Well, Virginia Beach tried for
think does a couple of things. One, it
done in every chart I've shown is
years to negotiate some sort of solu-
gives us the ability to get rid of the
that the costs for administration are
tion with the other cities down here
teachers who are not doing the job.
the most rapidly rising parts of our
to get more water. What could you
And secondly, if we had teachers
educational budget.
do that hasn't already been done to
that were doing the job I don't think
that we would need to impose all of
Q.
force the other localities that have
The question Is: Do you think
the water to share it?
these counselors. I would like to sce
the status on teachers' pay is
us do away with the program of
good now?
A.
Well, I could reason with them. I
having counselors in our elemen-
A.
found that when I came down as the
tary schools. I think that the best
No, I'm not satisfied. I think we
emmisary of Gov. Dalton that I
teachers dealing with small-size
should have teachers' salaries that
looked into the whole matter of wa-
classes in the first three grades are
are up to the national average, and
ter. I came down basically as the
the best counselors we can get. I
I would be prepared to appropriate
governor's emmisary and said that
think it is unrealistic to think that
money to accomplish that
we've got to sit down and solve this
someone from outside can come in
and do the job the teacher ought to
Q.
immediate problem, and it was
What is your position on restor-
solved. I think that is the first step
be doing.
ing tolls to the Coleman Bridge, and
that can be taken.
Q.
are there other projects in Hampton
What level would you reduce the
Roads and Southcastern Virginia
Q.
You pledged to wage war on
class size to?
where tolls might be appropriate?
drugs and drug pushers. Washing-
A.
A.
ton Mayor Marion Barry says one of
I think that we need to sit down
I don't think we ought to do that
the major drug-related problems in
and figure out what Is the Ideal
on the Coleman Bridge think that
his city is duns brought In from Vir
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unage nas woon paid on and some
ginia, what steps would you take to
can't help but believe that those are
other bridges In the process. I'm not
erase Virginia's imago as a gun-run-
the most critically important grades
going to sit here and rule out as a
ning haven?
In the whole system.
general proposition the use of tolls.
But I do say that I think we would
A.
Q.
If someone can sit down and
Paul Trible opened his cam-
be really breaking faith to the pco-
show me a way of how you can
paign by saying that be would not
ple of Virginia to start reimposing
solve the problem of crim? by doing
rule out a local option tax for trans-
tolls in Tidewater unless It Is the
something about guns I'm certainly
portation that was approved in a
last alternative,
going to be willing to talk to them.
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death penalty in Virginia that you
government has no business
would like to see become subject?
preaching to us about the dangers
A.
of smoking. Do you still feel that
The problem that I've found with
way, and what is your position on
the death penalty is the greatly pro-
laws that would limit smoking In
tracted process from start to finish.
public?
1 would like to see us work hard on
trying to accelerate the time be-
A.
I'm against them. It's an impor-
tween charge and conviction and
tant part of our economy, many jobs
punishment.
in Virginia depend on it, it's a con-
Back to the point of the 14-year-
stant part of our history. Tobacco
olds. I believe this and it may sound
and Virginia have been synony-
cruel to say, but I think that there
mous, and as governor I'm not go-
are some children who commit
ing to crusade against the tobacco
adult crimes and for those adult
Industry.
crimes they should get adult pun-
ishment. Some of the most helnous
Should there be any mandatory
crimes we now see committed are
AIDS testing for state employees,
committed by very young kids. I
prison inmates, for people getting
would be in favor of applying capital
marriage licenses?
punishment to the constitutional
edge as far as the Supreme Court
A.
Yes, 1 think there should be for
will let us go in punishing young
prison inmates, obviously.
kids who commit these heinous
crimes.
Q.
How about couples who apply
for marriage licenses?
If the Supreme Court returns
control over abortions to the states,
A.
I want to reserve judgment on
what would you recommend that
that. I've been talking to a doctor,
Virginia's policy be?
two doctors who have an infectious-
disease practice, and I've asked
A.
I would think that we ought to
them to tell me what they think the
go back to outlawing abortions in
effect of that would be. They're not
But S0 far, the evidence on that has
Virginia,
sure, SO I'm not sure.
been very, very scanty. I think that
we have to have mandatory sen-
So a woman who becomes preg-
You've had a lot to say about
tences for the use of guns. I think
nant as the result of a rape should
Paul Trible. Do you think he was
we have to take it very seriously.
not be allowed to have an abortion?
telling us the truth when he said-
that he was not going to seek a sec-
Is there any statistical evidence
A.
No.
ond term in the Senate because he
that shows that mandatory sen-
wanted to spend more time with his
tences for the use of guns reduce
And what would you do with her
family, and he was frustrated with
crime?
and her doctor if he performed an
the legislative process?
A.
abortion?
A.
I know that the prosecutors in
Well the reason SO many people
Virginia think if they had tougher
A.
I think we go back to the sanc-
have a hard time accepting that is
laws against the use of guns that
tions that we had under the Virginia
during the term when he was in of-
they would have fewer gun crimes.
laws in the past. I suppose that it
fice he was taking more trips to va-
Q.
was incarceration [of doctors] in
cation spots and making more paid
What other than tougher sen-
that that was allowable. I don't
speeches [than most other sena-
tences should the next governor do
think it was practiced.
tors]. I heard him give speech after
to stem the flow of drugs in
speech, and no one had any inkling
Virginia?
How about the women? There
that this was a man who was frus-
A.
were a lot of women who performed
trated and wanted to see his kids
Well, 1 think that there are a se-
abortions on themselves. What
and get out of public life.
ries of things that have to be done.
would you do with them?
I'm not going to sit here and tell you
So you think he was lying?
that the drug problem is the result
A.
The offenders are really the doc-
A.
of some flaw or mistake in govern-
It's a subject for discussion in
tors. Once you cut down on the
ment policy. I think it's B reflection
the campaign, and I find a lot of
availability of it, of the abortions,
of a broader societal problem. I
people have a hard time accepting
you're going to cut down on the
that.
think that we ought to be signaling
number of abortions.
people all over the country that if
they come to Virginia with their poi-
Q.
Q.
Is this the last hurrah politically
In 1977, you and then-Gov. Dal-
son that they ought to pack more
for Marshall Coleman? If you lose
ton, signed a deal with the federal
than an overnight bag, that they are
this primary will you get out of elec-
government to boost black enroll-
live politics?
going to stay here for a long time
ment in state colleges and universi-
behind bars. But I don't believe that
ties. Many schools In the state have
A.I think things are going well in
that will solve all of the problems as
fallen far short of the goals that we
long as the demand is out there.
the campaign, and you can't predict
set at the time and have been set
it's difficult to predict in politics
subsequently. As governor, would
I think that it is clear from the
what will happpen. 1 think that we
you press to increase black enroll-
are running the most effective cam-
statistical evidence that we have,
ment in public colleges, and how
that everybody has, that drug use is
paign, and I think that I'm best pre-
would you go about doing it?
down among suburban kids. It's
pared to lead the state for the next
A.1 think what we did there was
four years.
down among high-income groups,
down among college students, down
certainly to make it plain that it
among high-school students. But it
Why are you rejected by your
would no longer be the practice in
party
is still accelerating among low-In-
why were you rejected in
Virginia that we were discouraging
85
come people. How do you convince
for a guy who was a nothing
or discriminating against blacks.
I
in the party, who ran a terrible cam-
people who can make $500 a night
think that is what that settlement
selling crack and they can't get a
paign? And why aren't you more
indicated. I don't think there is any-
minimum-wage job - how do you
firmly embraced today by the party
thing that I would do statutorily.
where there is such obvious dislike
convince them to stop selling and
But I think that I would try to spend
of Paul Trible?
using drugs?
time in predominantly black schools
A.
and black neighborhoods seeing
A.
That's a very tough problem and
Well, on the first part, I really
how we can do a better job of en-
there are two parts to it. One is that
think that was a product of two
couraging higher education
I still think that this demand that
things, one, the belief that anyone
exists is unacceptably high among
Q.
could beat Doug Wilder. And I think
In the waning days of the 1981
suburban kids. But what it gets
you've got some of that in 1989. I
campaign, Former Gov. Godwin was
down to is the demand that you see
think that is wrong-headed. And
listing five reasons why conserva-
that is being supplied through in-
secondly, I think that I was blamed
live Virginians should vote for you,
ner-city kids still exists. If we could
for losing [in 1981] because Republi-
and as it turned out most of those
stop all of those people from using
cans had won in the past.
reasons were of special interest to
drugs, the guy in the inner city
black voters. Do you expect that
would not be able to make $500.
A.L. Philpott once said in an in-
Gov. Godwin will campaign for you
There would be no market for his
terview that he didn't trust you
in this campaign, and will you take
product. Now, I agree with you that
That may be indicative of some oth-
pains to ensure that his message is
reaching in to those children Is very
er feelings by Democrats in the
not racially tinged if he does?
hard. I think it does merit a lot of
General Assembly. Would that be a
personal attention a lot of
A.
Well, I certainly would welcome
genuine problem for you as gover-
nor to deal with?
hands-on attention, not just from
his support. He's a revered figure in
the government
I don't believe
Virginia, and I certainly would not
I've
always
felt
that
Extended Page
6, 1
wat uns WIII be solved by the gov-
want anyone to campaign for me
spected me. I was dealt very fairly
ernment, 1 believe that it's going to
that was conveying a racially In-
with the General Assembly when I
be solved by people.
spired or what could be construed
was attorney general, and I know
Q.
as a racially inspired campaign ef-
that it was a very partisan period
You're a strong supporter of the
fort for me. There Is no place for
because they looked upon me as
death penalty. Should a 14-year-old
that in Virginia politics, and I'm
their threat to finally taking the gov.
who commits a capital offense be
against it and would not permit it.
ernorship back and were willing to
subject to execution? If not, what
Q.
say and do anything to see me de-
should be the minimum age and are
What is your position on smok-
feated in 1981.
'89-06-11 16:57 DOUG GAMBLE
P.1
DOUG GAMBLE
DAVIS
424 36th Place
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
June 11/89
(213) 546-6409
TO: KRISTEN GEAR
4 Pages
VIRGINIA GOP FUNDRAISER
WHEN I TOLD SOMEONE AT THE WHITE HOUSE I WAS HOPING TO VISIT SOME HISTORIC
BATTLEFIELD SITES WHILE I WAS HERE IN VIRGINIA, HE DIDN'T KNOW IF I WAS REFERRING
TO THE CIVIL WAR OR THE REPUBLICAN GUBERNATORIAL PRIMARY.
I DIDN'T REALIZE HOW HOT THE RACE BETWEEN PAUL TRIBLE, MARSHALL COLEMAN AND STAN
PARRIS HAD BEEN UNTIL THE UNITED NATIONS ASKED IF I WANTED PEACEKEEPING FORCES
SENT INTO VIRGINIA.
I HAD A HUNCH THAT (name of June 13 primary winner) WOULD WIN WHEN I SAW A PHOTO
OF HIM DRIVING AN 8-WHEELER.
I HEARD BOB NOVACK COMPLAINING ON TV THE OTHER DAY THAT I'VE BEEN INVITING TOO MANY
LIBERALS TO WHITE HOUSE DINNERS. I DON'T THINK THAT'S TRUE, AND NEITHER DOES
THE GUY I WAS SITTING BESIDE AT DINNER THE OTHER NIGHT -- TED KENNEDY.
WHEN I EXPRESSED MY OPPOSITION TO PAC'S, I GOT A PASSIONATE LETTER FROM SOMEONE WHO
BEGGED ME NOT TO TRY ABOLOSHING THEM. so I WROTE BACK TO BOB UECKER AND EXPLAINED
THAT I WASN'T TALKING ABOUT SIX-PACKS.
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I even took A CAR that Runs on Alchol for a
Spin
Don't set me may
ask can me
Allow to and as dine.
Richmond Convention Center
7:35pm
Attending Dignitures:
Gov.
Republican Ticket marshall Coleman
Lt. Gou
Eddy Dalton
AG
Joe Benedetti
And Parris + Trible
2 ther dias:
Ticket
2 defeated cardidates
Don Hoffman
Sen. Warren,
Cong Bily -may intro. Pres.
Themes:
Unity
Outreach
1st primary in 40 yrs
'89-06-11 16:58 DOUG GAMBLE
P.2
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DOUG GAMBLE
TO: KRISTEN GEAR - VIRGINIA FUNDRAISER (CONT'D)
JOHN SUNUNU SAID IT SHOWED GREAT COURAGE FOR ME TO HOLD THAT PRIME TIME NEWS
CONFERENCE A WEEK AGO LAST THURSDAY. 1 SAID "YOU MEAN BECAUSE MILLIONS OF VIEWERS
COULD JUDGE MY PERFORMANCE LIVE?" HE SAID "NO, BECAUSE YOU KNOCKED BILL COSBY
OUT OF HIS TIME SLOT."
THERE'S BEEN A LOT OF EMPHASIS ON ETHICS IN WASHINGTON LATELY, BUT THERE ARE TIMES
WHEN YOU HAVE TO TRUST PEOPLE AND TAKE THEM AT THEIR WORD. FOR EXAMPLE, BARBARA
ASKED ME THE OTHER NIGHT IF I'D EATEN THE LAST PIECE OF CAKE. I LOOKED HER RIGHT
IN THE EYE AND SAID I DIDN'T, AND SHE SAID SHE ACCEPTED THAT.
I HAD THE FEELING THIS ETHICS THING MIGHT BE GETTING A LITTLE OUT OF HAND WHEN
I HEARD THAT A CONGRESSMAN SOUGHT ADVICE ON WHETHER AN OVERDUE LIBRARY BOOK
WOULD RESULT IN RESIGNATION, OR JUST A REPRIMAND.
MORE
'89-06-16 12:23 DOUG GAMBLE
P.1
DOUG GAMBLE
116
DAVIS
424-36th Place
mo
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
June 11/89
(213) 546-6409
TO: KRISTEN GEAR
4 Pages
A W.V/ 5T JONL
VIRGINIA GOP FUNDRAISER
X UNIV WOMEN
WHEN I TOLD SOMEONE AT THE WHITE HOUSE I WAS HOPING TO VISIT SOME HISTORIC
BATTLEFIELD SITES WHILE I WAS HERE IN VIRGINIA, HE DIDN'T KNOW IF 1 WAS REFERRING
TO THE CIVIL WAR OR THE REPUBLICAN GUBERNATORIAL PRIMARY.
! DIDN'T REALIZE HOW HOT THE RACE BETWEEN PAUL TRIBLE, MARSHALL COLEMAN AND STAN
PARRIS HAD BEEN UNTIL THE UNITED NATIONS ASKED IF I WANTED PEACEKEEPING FORCES
SENT INTO VIRGINIA.
I HAD A HUNCH THAT (name of June 13 primary winner) WOULD WIN WHEN I SAW A PHOTO
OF HIM DRIVING AN 18-WHEELER.
I HEARD BOB NOVACK COMPLAINING ON TV THE OTHER DAY THAT I'VE BEEN INVITING TOO MANY
LIBERALS TO WHITE HOUSE DINNERS. I DON'T THINK THAT'S TRUE, AND NEITHER DOES
THE GUY I WAS SITTING BESIDE AT DINNER THE OTHER NIGHT -- TED KENNEDY.
WHEN I EXPRESSED MY OPPOSITION TO PAC'S, 1 GOT A PASSIONATE LETTER FROM SOMEONE WHO
BEGGED ME NOT TO TRY ABOLOSHING THEM. $0 I WROTE BACK TO BOB UECKER AND EXPLAINED
THAT I WASN'T TALKING ABOUT SIX-PACKS.
MORE
'89-06-16 12:24 DOUG GAMBLE
P.2
- 2 -
DOUG GAMBLE
TO: KRISTEN GEAR - VIRGINIA FUNDRAISER (CONT'D)
JOHN SUNUNU SAID IT SHOWED GREAT COURAGE FOR ME TO HOLD THAT PRIME TIME NEWS
CONFERENCE A WEEK AGO LAST THURSDAY. I SAID "YOU MEAN BECAUSE MILLIONS OF VIEWERS
COULD JUDGE MY PERFORMANCE LIVE?" HE SAID "NO, BECAUSE YOU KNOCKED BILL COSBY
OUT OF HIS TIME SLOT."
THERE'S BEEN A LOT OF EMPHASIS ON ETHICS IN WASHINGTON LATELY, BUT THERE ARE TIMES
WHEN YOU HAVE TO TRUST PEOPLE AND TAKE THEM AT THEIR WORD. FOR EXAMPLE, BARBARA
ASKED ME THE OTHER NIGHT IF I'D EATEN THE LAST PIECE OF CAKE. I LOOKED HER RIGHT
IN THE EYE AND SAID I DIDN'T, AND SHE SAID SHE ACCEPTED THAT.
I HAD THE FEELING THIS ETHICS THING MIGHT BE GETTING A LITTLE OUT OF HAND WHEN
1 HEARD THAT A CONGRESSMAN SOUGHT ADVICE ON WHETHER AN OVERDUE LIBRARY BOOK
WOULD RESULT IN RESIGNATION, OR JUST A REPRIMAND.
MORE
'89-10-24 20:34 DOUG GAMBLE
P.1
DOUG GAMBLE
424-36th Place
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Oct. 25/89
(213) 546-6409
TO: KRISTEN GEAR
2 Pages
MARSHALL COLEMAN FUNDRAISERS - VIRGINIA (Kurt & Dan)
27
I BELIEVE THAT THE REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNOR IS GOING TO MARSHAL
ENOUGH VOTES TO WIN THIS ELECTION. AND THEN HE'S GOING TO MARSHAL VIRGINIA'S
RESOURCES, TO PUT THIS STATE ON THE RIGHT TRACK FOR THE 21ST CENTURY.
I DON'T BLAME THE OTHER SIDE IF THEY'VE LOST SOME OF THEIR FOCUS LATELY.
IT'S HARD TO KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE FINISH LINE WHEN YOU'RE BUSY LOOKING OVER
YOUR SHOULDER.
REGGIE JACKSON WAS CALLED "MR. OCTOBER" BECAUSE HE ALWAYS CAME THROUGH WHEN THE
BIG GAME WAS ON THE LINE. WELL I THINK YOU'LL FIND THAT MARSHALL COLEMAN IS
"MR. NOVEMBER."
THREE DAYS AGO WAS HALOWEEN, BUT NO ONE HAS WORN A BETTER DISGUISE THAN THE
DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNOR, WHOSE BEEN MASQUERADING AS SOMETHING HE'S
NOT SINCE THIS RACE BEGAN.
WHEN MARSHALL COLEMAN BECOMES GOVERNOR OF THIS GREAT STATE, THE VIRGINIA STATE
-
HOUSE WILL HAVE A FRIEND IN THE WHITE HOUSE.
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89-10-24 20:34 DOUG GAMBLE
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DOUG GAMBLE
TO: KRISTEN GEAR - VIRGINIA FUNDRAISERS (CONT'D)
(NORFOLK) I GUESS THERE ARE
CERTAIN PERKS THAT COME WITH BEING PRESIDENT.
THIS IS THE FIRST TIME I'VE BEEN ALLOWED INTO A SCHOOL GYMNASIUM WITHOUT BEING
TOLD TO TAKE MY SHOES OFF.
(NORFOLK) NANCY LIEBERMAN KNEW SOMETHING ABOUT COMING FROM BEHIND AND WINNING
THE GAME AT THE FINAL BUZZER -- AND BELIEVE ME, so DOES MARSHALL COLEMAN.
(NORFOLK) I'M ALL FOR BASKETBALL IN A GYM LIKE THIS, BUT I DON'T THINK THE VOTERS OF
VIRGINIA WANT A STATE GOVERNMENT THAT DRIBBLES AWAY OPPORTUNITY AND SLAM-DUNKS
THE TAXPAYER.
(NORFOLK) I KNOW THERE ARE SOME FINE MUSEUMS HERE IN
NORFOLK, BUT NONE OF THEM HAVE ANY ARTIFACTS AS OLD AS SOME OF THE IDEAS OF THE
DEMOCRATIC PARTY. *
?)
(RICHMOND) EDGAR ALLEN POE'S HOUSE IS A POPULAR ATTRACTION HERE IN RICHMOND.
HE WAS A MAN OF MYSTERY -- BUT IT'S NO MYSTERY WHY MARSHALL COLEMAN IS CLOSING
THE GAP IN THE GOVERNOR'S RACE AND HEADING FOR VICTORY.
* NOTE: The "museum" line would also work for Richmond, which has
the Virginia Museum and the Confederate Museum.
Richmond- Shako Slip
'89-06-09 22:58 DOUG GAMBLE
P.1
DOUG GAMBLE
424 36th Place
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
June 9/89
(213) 546-6409
TO: KRISTEN GEAR
MORE FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING - - GEORGIA
mashe
IN A COUNTRY WHERE CRIMINALS THREATEN TO ERODE THE VERY LIBERTIES WE HOLD
so DEAR, YOU ARE DOMESTIC FREEDOM FIGHTERS IN THE WAR ON CRIME.
AS LONG AS 1 AM PRESIDENT, YOU HAVE A FRIEND IN THE OVAL OFFICE, STANDING
yes
BEHIND THE COURAGEOUS LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS WHO STAND BEHIND THE BADGE.
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I WANT AN AMERICA WHERE CRIMINALS ARE HANDCUFFED, NOT THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE
SYSTEM.
no
WHEN WELL MEANING BUT MISGUIDED ADVOCATES BEND OVER BACKWARDS FOR CRIMINALS,
THEY BEND THE JUSTICE SYSTEM OUT OF SHAPE
TO THOSE WHO COUNSEL SURRENDER IN THE WAR ON DRUGS -- ALTHOUGH THE WORD THEY USE
no
is "LEGAL ZATION SAY THIS: AMERICA HAS NEVER SURRENDERED TO AN ENEMY,
AND WE'RE NOT GOING TO START WITH THIS PRESIDENT OR WITH THESE LAW ENFORCEMENT
OFFICERS.
WE WILL NEVER AGREE TO MEET THE WHITE SCOURGE OF COCAINE WITH THE WHITE FLAG OF
SURRENDER.