Humphrey Sees Vietnam Troop Pullback If Elected President
In New York on Oct 9 Hubert H Humphrey said the next President could meet South Vietnamese leaders and plan a schedule to start pulling American troops out of Vietnam. He argued improvements in the South Vietnamese army would allow reducing the 540 000 U S forces in the country and pledged to reassess other commitments. He added he would bring men and resources home if he becomes President and cited lowering tensions both at home and abroad as the campaign s central issue.
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Law and order in the 1960s campaign program outline
A discussion outlines a threefold crime map organized crime street crime and riots with a federal role. Proposals include expanded police funding training and equipment, court and corrections reform, riot preparedness with National Guard use, and firearms control. Emphasis on local state federal cooperation and a national task force led by Harvard’s Dr. James Wilson.
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Firearms regulation and federal support for law enforcement
A presidential stance advocates state licensing and registration of firearms or federal action by Congress. It argues most violent crimes involve guns and calls for comprehensive controls, mental health checks, and public health coordinated school and law enforcement efforts with federal support yet limited federal policing.
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Policy blueprint for managing urban riots and disorder
The plan urges rapid deployment of police and, if needed, National Guard or regular army, prioritizing arrests over shooting. It calls for non lethal force, curfews, joint force coordination, central command, unified communications, rapid data evaluation, and swift justice planning plus proactive media cooperation to prevent rumors and inflame. It proposes establishing councils to oversee these efforts.
Vice President Discusses Vietnam Policy Ahead of 1969
The vice president explains his stance as Democratic nominee, asserting unity with the president on foreign policy. He notes differing opinions during decisions, emphasizes being a team player, and previews guiding post January 20 1969 policy while acknowledging limited primary turnout and broader public concerns.
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