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As a result of the primary, however, Coleman said that he no longer pays attention to polls.
“I’m keeping my eyes on the goals,” he said recently.
His campaign tactics, however, have not changed since June. He does not hesitated to harp on his opponent’s character, questioning his trustworthiness. Coleman’s campaign style has helped characterize the 1989 gubematoral race as the most negative in Virginia history.
“Doug Wilder’s record is very negative,” Coleman said, defending his actions. “He’s certainly not going to bring it out.” send Coleman.
However, Coleman contends that the bulk of his energy is spent discussing issues.
“Ninety-five percent of my campaign is about what I’d like to do if I’m elected governor,” he said.
Announcing his candidacy for governor last November, Coleman issued his “Agenda for the Ws," a 28-page booklet outlining his positions on Virginia concerns.
He has made his anti-drug plan the centerpiece of his campaign platform.
“If I’m elected, L’m going to have a mandate to have the most farreaching drug program in the country,” Coleman said.
He has pledged to fight for rigid penalties for those convicted of drug offenses. Among his proposals are the death penalty for drug-related homicides, life sentences for repeat offenders, and mandatory sentences for all drug distribution offenses. He
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