Issues for Debate in President '96
The designers of President '96 have highlighted only eight key issues for consideration. Each candidate has taken a stand on these topics, with the alternatives ranging from "strongly favor" to "strongly oppose". These stands are provided directly by the candidates' organizations, so the problem of media bias is bypassed. The chart form in which the stands are presented simplifies the glut of information that usually accompanies campaigns. One might argue that this leads to reductive politics, but the variety of nuances in opinion enables candidates to find their niche within the scope of a particular issue. In addition, links from specific topics lead to statements composed by interested organizations. For example, from the heading "abortion," one can access the views of
Saviors of Unborn Lives (SOUL),
The 'Beyond the Game Page' includes links to peripheral political parties,
lobbying groups, departments of |