Alden to switch parties in Vermont metamorphosis
UPI reports Sen. John Alden of Windsor County plans to disavow the GOP and become a Democrat. He cites disillusionment with Goldwaterism and hints at backing Jimmy Carter, while noting his conservative roots and desire for a stronger government role to counter discrimination and injustice. He will announce at a State House news conference and seeks a third Senate term in 1976.
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Vermont Lt Gov Burns mocks New Hampshire on primary date
Vermont Lt Gov Brian Burns sent a satirical letter to New Hampshire House Speaker George Roberts Jr suggesting moving the New Hampshire primary or scheduling it on publisher William Loebs birthday. He jokes about a two and a half million dollar tax dispute after a Supreme Court ruling.
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