Romney Withdraws From GOP Race Prompting Moderate Push
George Romney quits the Republican presidential bid after 101 days, urging governors to back a consensus candidate as Nelson Rockefeller hints at a possible draft. Romney says he has not won broad support and Republicans seek a new path while Nixon remains the front runner.
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Romney Withdraws From Republican Presidential Race
Washington reports George Romney stunned observers by announcing his withdrawal from the Republican presidential race just 13 days before the New Hampshire primary. Romney faced questions from reporters as he informed Republican governors by letter of his decision, ending his campaign after a persistent run.
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Wife Takes Dual View On Romney
Mrs. Romney says her husband’s withdrawal brings relief and time together yet she notes disappointment as a citizen. She spoke at a Romney home in Dela van and at Carthage College in Kenosha after the Michigan governor announced his exit.
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