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We don't see him surprise the nation in 1964 with strong showings in the Maryland and Wisconsin Democratic primaries--states outside the Deep South where he wasn't expected to fare well.
For example, why doesn't George Lucas allow theaters to offer special preview showings of The Phantom Menace at astronomical (galactic?)
Gore's and Bush's war chests seem to be giving them a boost in Iowa, and both candidates hope strong showings in the caucuses will boost their chances in New Hampshire the following week, the Post reports.
What a killing blow was suffered by haute couture in the first decade of this century, when The Press was first invited to fashion showings!
Of course there are the requisite showings of Miracle on 34th Street (WB, Fri.