War Debate Over Vietnam Policy Cools Senate Rift
Sen. John Stennis warns against turning the Vietnam war into a political football while President Johnson seeks unity. Johnson cites Dirksen's support and a GOP policy report sparks renewed debate as American troops fight with courage in a hard war.
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Viet War Bleeding Issue in 1968 Campaign
Washington reports that despite Republican backing for Johnson on Vietnam the war will be a defining, confusing issue in the 1968 race. Nixon and Romney hints suggest intra party clashes over tactics and criticism of Johnson’s handling, while GOP studies cite uncertainty and shift in policy guiding future strategy.
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