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Democrats Limit Vote Expenses Before 1972 Primaries
Five Democratic presidential hopefuls agreed to cap radio and television spending at a nickel per eligible voter for the 23 primaries to conserve cash and avoid debt. The plan, discussed at a private meeting with Lawrence O Brien and party leaders, targets reduced media costs and coordinated efforts against Republicans, with top liaison roles assigned to national committee figures.
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Washington
Lawrence F. O Brien
O Brien
California
Robert F. Kennedy
Eugene J. McCarthy
O’brien
Sens
Edmund S. Muskie
Maine
Birch Bayh
National Committee