THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT
Copyright (c) 1996, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: Thursday, August 8, 1996 TAG: 9608080010
SECTION: FRONT PAGE: A18 EDITION: FINAL
TYPE: Letter
LENGTH: 31 lines
When I look at the turn of events within the Republican Party leading up to the August convention, I am exceedingly distressed.
The current candidate seemingly of choice is Bob Dole. He in no way represents me. Even though I admire his service to his country and consider him a war hero, I can in no way condone his selections and omissions of convention speakers.
Susan Molinari is a vivacious, charming young woman, but she is a leader in the abortion movement and has fought for abortion rights! I am not the only one who is offended. Some 60 percent of Bob Dole's delegates are pro-life. Talk about feeling betrayed!
Mr. Dole seems oblivious to the cries of those within the party trying to right the wrongs of abortion. The main problem I perceive with Bob Dole is that he has no strong convictions on the sanctity of life. His wife must agree, judging by her silence.
Our country has become a society of death. We kill our children in the womb, and it is legal up to 9 months. We are moving pell-mell toward legalized killing of the elderly and the infirm. This scares me.
I agree with columnist Cal Thomas that Dole should graciously step aside from the nomination and make room for someone who will better represent family values and morals.
BARBARA McGILL
Chesapeake, July 24, 1996 by CNB