Chapter 284

The broadcasts would feature music most of the time, but with banners crawling across the bottom of the screen urging voters to consider Vince Rosen’s candidacy. The candidate himself would speak for a minute every twenty minutes. His appearances would be live, not some taped speech.

It was hoped that a large viewing audience would turn to watch Lady in Red and would consider Vince Rosen’s request for support. The campaign was very close with Rosen leading by three percentage points. That was within the margin of error in every poll.

As the day approached, Charlie called Steve to give him the bad news. “The doctor doesn’t want Jordan to travel. She’s having some problems carrying the baby and he feels bed rest is the best thing for her. I don’t feel that I can leave her alone at this time, so it looks like we’ll both be missing in action for the weekend concerts. I’m truly sorry about it.”

“Don’t give it a thought,” assured Steve. “The health of your baby and your