U.S. Hopes To Grind Down North Vietnamese Forces
Washington sources say the United States plans to wear down North Vietnamese troops over weeks, relying on South Vietnamese defense and intensified air attacks. Pentagon officials note Hanoi has deployed most regular troops, while air power aims to disrupt supplies and morale as 72 more Phantom bombers join the theater.
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Miscalculation by Hanoi and Washington exposed by offensive
AP report notes North Vietnam’s offensive exploited U S and Saigon weaknesses, aided by Soviet support. Hanoi anticipated antiwar protests and aimed to gain advantage while Saigon and Washington misread the political military shift. The article highlights Soviet deliveries and Giap's gamble, with Hanoi seeing a new advantageous situation.
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Muskie Eyes National TV Run to Revive Campaign
Sen. Edmund S. Muskie considers national television appearances to revive his Democratic bid after quitting primaries. He seeks fundraising and network time, hoping to influence delegates and keep his ideas before the convention. He doubts a first ballot nomination and notes costs around sixty thousand dollars for a 30 minute telecast. He declines to forecast his political future if he does not win.
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