Berlusconi in push to win Catholic vote

Silvio Berlusconi, bidding for a third term as Italian prime minister, is launching a 'shock' electoral campaign, February 2008 reaching out for the Roman Catholic vote over the issue of abortion, in response to a rebuff by powerful church figures. Mr Berlusconi’s controversial tactics, aides said, was part of an overall 'shock' campaign strategy that would also include strong statements on crime and immigration.