Florida primary signals mix of views on desegregation
The Florida Democratic primary turnout highlighted tensions over school desegregation. George Wallace won by appealing to voters opposing bus integration and a segregated system, while Muskie faltered and Jackson showed potential for hawkish stance balanced with Israel support. Nixon faces limited gains from the results.
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Letters to the editor The killing of our doves
Howard H Caudle of Grand Junction Colorado laments dove hunting killing over 85 percent of North American doves yearly. He cites Interior Department figures claiming 39 million legal kills and 26 percent cripples, leaving over 11 million birds to suffer before death.
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Nixon Plays It Cool In 1968 Campaign Strategy
President Nixon plans to avoid overt campaigning and votes while remaining on the ballot in primaries. He believes nonpartisan work as president boosts popularity and will seek a nonpartisan stance through election season. Mitchell cautions GOP workers against overconfidence despite polls. Nixon spent the weekend at Camp David shaping a busing policy statement and delayed its release until after the Florida primary.
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Pat” Brown
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Nixon aims for nuclear arms accord with Moscow visit
Reports indicate Washington expects a major shift in Cold War diplomacy as President Nixon plans a Moscow trip after China. Officials push for a framework to curb antiballistic missiles and halt certain offensive missiles, amid Soviet warnings and a beefing up of arms programs on both sides.
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County shifts toward natural gas for county fleet
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors moved to speed up converting about 200 county vehicles to natural gas to cut air pollution. The proposal notes lower fuel taxes and repair costs, with central garage storage and special natural gas tanks needed. Some fleet types fit. others may not. More steps, like staggered hours and parking measures, could further reduce smog.
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