RICHMOND, Oct. 13 -- Republican leaders decided Saturday to hold a convention to choose their nominee in next year's U.S. Senate race, delivering a setback to moderate Rep. Thomas M. Davis III and bolstering the chances of conservative former governor James S. Gilmore III. -
Republicans Opt for Convention to Choose Nominee
RICHMOND, Oct. 13 -- Republican leaders decided Saturday to hold a convention to choose their nominee in next year's U.S. Senate race, delivering a setback to moderate Rep. Thomas M. Davis III and bolstering the chances of conservative former governor James S. Gilmore III.-
By Tim Craig and Jennifer Agiesta