Civilians Suffer Heavy Toll in Viet Nam War
Saigon reports civilians face daily violence as guerrilla warfare claims thousands of lives. U.S. air strikes and misidentifications compound civilian casualties, with incidents from Gia Linh to Truong Thanh and the Dong Nai river area.
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Johnson May Alter Public Handling As Kennedy Grows
President Johnson, seeking public approval, may adjust how he runs the White House as Sen. Robert F. Kennedy gains strength for a 1968 Democratic bid. Kennedy’s independence from Johnson contrasts with Humphrey, and Johnson’s Vietnam war role hurts his popularity. Televised addresses could have helped, but he has avoided frequent news conferences.
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