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sion represent the views of only seven voters and may not be typical of the county, they do illustrate highly divergent views and mixed feelings, including ambivalence over what some see as a difficult, unsatisfying choice for president.
Some broad themes emerged in the lively, informal discussion:
• There is deep division over whether the country is generally headed in the right direcTion or seriously off on the wrong track. The views expressed ranged from a dark vision recalling the decline of the Roman Empire — from John Marocchi of Sperryville — to an upbeat view of a better future —: from Keith Ellis of Castleton. Those most worried about current trends gravitate toward the Dole camp, while Clinton appeals to those more satisfied with the country's condition.
• The president'“gets middling to good grades for his performance in the job so far, and Mr. Dole wins general praise for his ser
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