NBC Evening News for Thursday, Nov 12, 1987
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(Studio: Tom Brokaw) Possibility of New York governor Mario Cuomo running for president discussed. Results of NBC/"Wall Street Journal" poll said favorably reflecting Cuomo's chances of winning Democratic nomination Cuomo not officially seeking office noted. Video shown of Cuomo addressing various groups around the country Cuomo's publicity discussed. Cuomo's rumored connection to organized crime mentioned. "New York" magazine's story on Cuomo's alleged Mafia ties quoted. [CUOMO - says being an Italian-American influences way people perceive you.] Cuomo's oratorical skills noted. [CUOMO - addresses 1984 Democratic Convention.] Cuomo's moodiness mentioned; scenes shown. Cuomo's trip to USSR mentioned; scenes shown. [Representative Patricia SCHROEDER - comments on Cuomo's abilities.] Cuomo shown appearing on talk shows. [CUOMO - says he is not a candidate but might consider it.] Cuomo's wait-and-see attitude said wise in this particular election
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