Romney Withdraws From Presidential Race In Boston Meeting
A late night conference at a Ramada Inn in Boston led to Gov George Romney's withdrawal from the Republican presidential race. Campaign aides including Leonard W Hall cited a New Hampshire poll showing Romney behind Nixon and noted the move was to allow a graceful exit before New Hampshire ballots. Romney planned a Friday return to New Hampshire and his wife Lenore campaigned in Wisconsin before joining him in Washington.
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Romney Debates Vietnam Stance Ahead of New Hampshire Primary
Romney frames himself as underdog as polls show Nixon leading New Hampshire. He calls for Southeast Asia neutrality under guarantees and urges UN peacekeepers to curb Vietnam escalation while attacking the Johnson administration and citing brainwashing charges. He criticizes inflation and urges bold steps on poverty and jobs at home.
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Mrs Romney says he did what he had to do in Wisconsin
Mrs. George Romney defended her husband’s withdrawal from the Republican presidential race citing the nation’s crisis. She stated he had a role to play and remained governor of a great state, denying personal ambition motivated the decision. Her remarks came during a Kenosha news conference after Romney’s Wisconsin primary withdrawal.
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Romney Move Draws Gloom and Quiet Jubilation in NH
Gov. George Romney withdrew from the presidential race, prompting gloom at Concord headquarters and quiet jubilation among Rockefeller write‑in supporters in New Hampshire. Professor John Beckett praises Romney’s decision as a selfless act of a statesman and notes Romney backers may support Rockefeller or delegates in the March 12 primary.
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The Says Romney Act Speaks for Itself
Eisenhower says Romney withdrawal speaks for itself and remains on the March 12 primary ballot. He notes Romney is a friend and public servant he respects, while acknowledging Rockefeller supporters. Romney’s name and pledged delegates stay on the ballot despite withdrawal.
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Oregon backers renew Rockefeller in Oregon primary call
The Oregon Draft Rockefeller organization urged renewed pressure to get New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller to enter the Oregon primary. It said Gov. George Romney's withdrawal releases Rockefeller from Romney and that Rockefeller must respond to draft movements in Oregon and nationwide.
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India claims 10 percent listen to Doordarshan news
India’s state broadcaster asserts that over 50 million of the country’s 500 million people tune in to its news bulletins each day. The claim highlights Doordarshan’s reach in a rapidly expanding media landscape.
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Romney Withdraws From Presidential Race After Decision
Washington AP reports Governor George Romney announced his withdrawal from the Republican presidential contest. He cited limited broad support and timing as factors and pledged to back the eventual nominee. Romney praised Governor Rockefeller and John Chafee for their support and said he will lead Michigan's delegation at the August convention.
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Romney Pullout Shocks Michigan GOP Leaders
Michigan Republicans express surprise at Gov. George Romney quitting the presidential race. Lt. Gov. Milliken and party officials praise his leadership and urge focus on state duties, while Democrats voice subdued reactions.
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