Johnson's Finest Hour Shocks Nation Reacts Across Parties
Americans hailed Lyndon Johnson's decision not to seek re election as a major, world peace driven move. Backers praised the sacrifice as a step toward peace while critics called it patriotic. Senators Javits Church and Hart voiced strong support and surprise from Nixon and Humphrey followed Truman's 1952 parallel announcement.
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Television In Review Another Big Moment On TV
Television history records a stunning moment as President Johnson announces he will not seek re election or accept the nomination. The era’s other landmark TV events include Kennedy’s assassination and Oswald’s murder, the Cuban missile crisis, and Johnson’s sworn-in presidency.
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Diplomats Doubt Hanoi Will Read Peace Moves
Washington observers doubt Hanoi will read Johnson’s move to halt bombing as a peace gesture. They see it as a swan song from a leader unsure of continued U S support, with peace talks unlikely while Johnson considers his political future.
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Johnson will not seek reelection for the U.S. presidency
President Johnson announces he will not seek the nomination or tenure as president. Secretary of State Dean Rusk calls him a great leader and predicts a strong final year. Senator Javits, critical of Vietnam policy, says the move elevates the presidency in a grave hour of war.
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