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Newspaper
Daily Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1968
Page
3
Kennedy announces candidacy with a vow to close racial and economic gaps while criticizing Vietnam policy. McCarthy and Johnson counter with plans for deescalation and reelection efforts as Kennedy targets California, Nebraska, and Oregon primaries.
New York AP report shows Senator Robert F. Kennedy announcing his bid for president, drawing disdain from President Johnson and opposition from Senator McCarthy, with some Dems in states like New York and California offering support. Johnson and others warn of party splits while others predict consequences for the Chicago convention and civil rights demonstrations.
Washington dispatch notes Robert Kennedy’s rising profile and early speculation he may seek the presidency, despite expectations to wait until 1972. Kennedy’s energetic style and family legacy draw attention as he challenges norms, while allies and rivals weigh his potential impact.
Richard Nixon forecast that President Johnson will win the Democratic nomination despite Robert Kennedy entering the race. He argued Johnson’s incumbency gives him an edge over Kennedy and Eugene McCarthy, while noting Kennedy’s name would boost exposure for the opposition. Nixon spoke in Portland during a campaign swing ahead of the Oregon primary and opened headquarters in East Portland.
New York Governor Rockefeller said he has not decided on a run for the Republican nomination. He indicated a decision will come within the next two or three days and that an announcement is forthcoming.
Green Bay Wisconsin AP Ben Eugene J McCarthy criticized Senator Robert F Kennedy for entering the race. McCarthy said he would run hard and would not strike deals with Kennedy or Lyndon Johnson. He noted a strong showing in New Hampshire and asserted his readiness to test his record against Kennedy.
At the California Peace and Freedom Party founding convention in Richmond delegates began shaping policy with a strong antiwar stance. James Vann opened the three day gathering with near 1000 attendees as members criticized U.S. foreign policy and called for Vietnam withdrawal. Delegates planned 20 workshops on topics from militarism to ecology and discussed possible endorsements of candidates while naming several potential senate and presidential nominees.
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