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times survived attempted party purges that stemmed from the internal problems at headquarters and statewide losses. That was because the party did gain seats in the House of Delegates last year and because of the chairman’s personal friendship with many central committee members.
But whether he can hold together a committee majority in light of the latest Black Tuesday is dubious. Though Sen. Warner, Rep. Bliley and others being mentioned all say they are not part of any effort to push Mr. Huffman out, the fact their names are being used indicates mounting dissatisfaction with the present chairman.
There is no guarantee, of course,
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