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Allen Breaks with Nixon over Indochina Policy and GOP Patronage
Dr. James E. Allen Jr., education commissioner under Nixon, splits from the administration over Indochina and accuses Republican recruiters of blocking high level appointees. He cites desegregation goals and urges rapid withdrawal as the war harms youth. Finch receives medical treatment after a left arm numbness incident.
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Walter Reed Army Hospital