The sprawling area of Waco and McLennan
County is staunchly Democratic,
but the Democrats here are conservative.
The area is a blend of farming, ranching
and industry.
But the political landscape is changing
with the economic landscape.
More northerners are coming to this area,
weakening the democratic strength.
So in order to pull Texas away from
Reagan, who seems now to have a lead.
Carter needs eighty five percent of the
Democratic voters out there for him on
Election Day.
And so he hopes his appearance here will
not only show up the undecideds, but will
also get the Democrats to the polls.
This area has only elected one Republican
president in history, Richard Nixon.
But this year the party has pulled out
all the stops.
They are using a persuasive and
persevering phone bank to lure
Republicans, Democrats and
the independent voters.
Perhaps you haven't made a decision yet,
but we do hope that you'll join us in
voting for Reagan and Bush on Election
Day.
Why do you feel how can Ronald Reagan and
George Bush count on your vote on
Tuesday, November 4th?
OK, thank you very much for talking with
me. And don't forget to vote.
Since the race in Texas is considered a
dead heat by the Carter strategist,
any softening here for Carter could mean
a victory for the Republicans, one of
the few victories the Republicans expect,
but the one they want the most.