Wallace could be decisive factor in 1968 election
Wallace in Alabama builds influence as a potential decisive factor if a peace candidate remains unlikely. The piece notes direct election plans and federal financing would favor major parties, potentially choking minor parties like Wallace out and shaping the 1968 race with broad implications for campaign funding and free speech considerations.
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Democrats Eye Southern Strategy to Reelect Johnson
Democratic leaders map a risky plan to win the 1968 race by pressing a Southern strategy aimed at keeping Wallace from splitting anti Johnson votes while courting Southern governors. Vice President Humphrey leads efforts to keep governors behind the president without compromising civil rights, amid fears of alienating urban North support.
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