McGovern and Eleanor Head for Vacation in Virgin Islands
Sen George S McGovern and wife Eleanor fly to the Virgin Islands for a rest period after a lengthy presidential campaign. They will stay about one to ten days as aides confirm. McGovern returned to Washington from Sioux Falls after losing to Nixon in a landslide.
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McGovern’s Campaign Fractures Over Eagleton Choice
In late July at the Black Hills Senate candidate George McGovern supported running mate Thomas Eagleton after his psychiatric history became public. McGovern later faced pressure to drop Eagleton, leading to personal and political tension as the ticket reshaped the race.
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Daley Sees Bright Spot as Son Richard Wins State Senate Seat
Mayor Richard J. Daley praised the election results noting a bright spot for Chicago amid damage to the Democratic machine. His son Richard M. Daley won the 23rd District state Senate seat, described by the mayor as one of the most able-bodied politicians.
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UPI
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Richard M. Daley
Abzug Wins NY 20th District Rallying Message
Rep. Bella Abzug of New York was invited to Sen. George McGovern's New York headquarters after defeating Priscilla Ryan in the 20th District. Abzug, ousted by redistricting from her 1970 win and then running against the widow of Rep. William F. Ryan, stated that a victory does not go to a funeral.
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UPI
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George McGovern
Priscilla Ryan
Abzug
William F. Ryan
Nixon Strategy and Victory Timing Highlighted by Risher
Eugene V. Risher portrays Richard M. Nixon planning his campaign as state after state leaned his way. The piece emphasizes his incumbent image, Haldeman led surrogates across the country, and key decisions like wage and price controls in 1971 and Vietnam actions shaped the 1972 victory.
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