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Lindsay Switches Parties and Public Reaction
A 41-year-old New York mayor John Lindsay announced his party switch from Republican to Democratic amidst a wave of national comment. GOP leaders criticized the move while Democrats hailed it as a sign for reform. reaction spanned presidents, governors, and party stalwarts.
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