McGovern seeks AFT backing and campaign funds
Senator George McGovern urged the American Federation of Teachers to endorse him and provide a $250,000 campaign contribution. He argued teachers should have the right to strike to improve education, noting laws often criminalize walkouts. He spoke at the AFT convention amid broader Minnesota events tied to his campaign.
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Shriver Sees Little Help From Southern Governors
In Cincinnati Shriver and McGovern face tough odds with southern governors offering limited backing. Louisiana's Edwards warns of hard turnout needs while Georgia's Carter spars with facts about campaign support. Shriver predicts a Nixon landslide if voting occurred today amid calls for broader black support and policy focus.
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