rom his life story, as he attempts to introduce himself to voters in states with upcoming primaries. The ad says that Bradley has won a Rhodes scholarship, Olympic gold and two basketball championships for the New York Knicks. It also mentions some of his legislative victories and goals. "When Bill Bradley wins, you win," the ad says. "But first you've gotta give him the ball." Printer-friendly version Backflip this pageto find it again -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- High Stakes For GOP In PrimarySouth Carolina critical for both Bush, McCain Marc Sandalow, Washington Bureau Chief Saturday, February 19, 2000 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Columbia, S.C. -- Democrats and independents in this deeply conservative state have a remarkable opportunity today to shape -- if not decide -- the Republican presidential nomination. On the eve of today's South Carolina primary, polls show Texas Gov. George W. Bush holding a 2-to-1 advantage among South Carolina Republicans. But Arizona Sen. John McCain enjoys an even larger advantage over Bush among Democrats and independents, who are free to vote in today's primary. Though no one is quite certain who will show up to vote, pollsters give Bush a narrow advantage overall. The outcome hinges on the size of the turnout and the mix of Republicans, Democrats and independents. ``I'm going to win tomorrow -- I believe that,'' Bush said as he began a day of rallies in the state's conservative northwest corner. ``These people who are getting nervous now are going to regret getting nervous.'' Bush has emphasized his conservative credentials, his strong stance against abortion and his record of reforming schools, welfare, the courts and the juvenile justice system in Texas. Aware of McCain's appeal as a party maverick, Bush has adopted the motto ``A Reformer with Results.'' McCain, meanwhile, has pushed...
