Fund Raising Reports Filed Under New Federal Law
AP reports the first full scale campaign finance disclosures under the new law show Republicans with bulging war chests and Democrats strained by primary spending. Nixon allies show $953,396 cash on hand from early reports, while DNC lists $33,526 cash and $144,000 debts. Humphrey leads Democratic deficits with $159,125 on hand and $1.14 million in debts. Wallace reports $9,629 cash with $927,699 spent in two months. Indiana and Ohio GOP committees post larger balances.
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Virginia delegates lean McGovern as totals tighten
Virginia Democrats chose 41 of 53 national convention delegates with McGovern leading. Through the weekend 41 delegates were allocated with McGovern at 16 votes, Humphrey 3, Muskie 1, Sanford 1 and 20 uncommitted, as Oklahoma moves to pick nine at large delegates and continue district selections.
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Democrats Face Debate Over Camp Sites for Protesters in Miami
Delegates and guests are housed with about 20 000 hotel rooms secured for the Democratic National Convention to be held July 10 14 in Miami Beach while 100 000 protesters may arrive. Local officials consider camping options but timing aims to deter turnout. protest groups insist on food health and facilities, while some oppose public funding for protesters.
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GOP Funds Far Exceed Democrats in Nixon Re election Drive
Four committees under the Finance Committee to Re elect the President reported $10.2 million raised before April 7 with $9.8 million on hand as of May 31. Maurice Stans led the effort and the group plans to spend about $30 million on Nixon's re election, matching their 1968 level. The funds were disclosed under the new federal election law, with pre April 7 donors largely hidden. Common Cause criticized the disclosure lag and urged full transparency.
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McGovern Signals Openness to Wallace Cabinet Role
Sen. George McGovern met with hospitalised George Wallace and did not rule out a cabinet post if he becomes president. He noted Wallace seeks input at the Democratic Convention and could attend despite his wounds, with a convention start set for July 10.
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