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Kennedy Coup Near in Senate
Senator Edward Kennedy nears a surprise bid to topple top Senate leadership as a split Democratic caucus tests 25 to 27 votes against Russell Long. Kennedy relies on liberal and moderate supporters while Long lines up conservatives and establishment backers, with fate hinging on a few pivotal swing votes before the 91st Congress opens.
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