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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1968
Page
5
The Johnson announcement causing confusion in Saigon as advisers rush to Ky and officials scramble at the U S embassy and military headquarters. South Vietnamese leaders fear instability and question U S policy while awaiting the fall election outcome.
President Johnson described his decision to retire in January as completely irrevocable and said it would allow him to work for peace and other goals. He recalled the turn last November during Gen. Westmoreland’s visit and noted it would not hinder the war effort.
Nixon predicts a tough Democratic race and possibly a Republican contest. He doubts Johnson would back Kennedy for the nomination and says Kennedy and McCarthy cannot lead the nation, urging a united GOP to attract independents and a broad coalition.
James Reston reports President Johnson considered retirement privately since 1964 while aides doubted he would quit. He aimed to unite the country but Vietnam divisions and political setbacks, including a drop to a low Gallup rating, shaped his decision not to seek another nomination.
The survey shows Johnson’s overall presidential ratings down 5 points from early March to just under 38 percent, with Vietnam policy approvals sliding 6 points from 32 to 26 percent. Disapproval nears two thirds as voters critique war handling.
Milwaukee voters see Kennedy as the likely Democratic frontrunner after Johnson's withdrawal. McCarthy supporters, especially youth activists, view the shift as a chance for a direct Kennedy showdown, while McCarthy loses some momentum in a three way race. Johnson’s exit reshapes the contest ahead of Tuesday’s decision.
Senator Eugene J. McCarthy framed President Johnson’s withdrawal as a chance to redefine American policy and urged supporters to push the nominating fight through Indiana Nebraska Oregon and California. He refused to seek Johnson’s pledged votes and forecast a hard Indiana primary campaign.
President Johnson declares he will not seek re election, citing national unity and rising partisan division. He recalls 37 years of public service and emphasizes dedication to the American people, urging all to guard against derision while prioritizing duties over personal politics.
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