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Bentsen Bush race shapes Texas general election scene
In the Democratic primary Lloyd Bentsen defeats Ralph Yarborough’s slate and faces George Bush in November while Paul Eggers and Crawford Martin also win GOP nominations. Captiol security tightens after anti war protests and several threats prompt evacuations. Courts and education policy feature new rulings and programs as welfare and water rules are debated.
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Victoria County
Texas
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