Kennedy leads Agnew in 1976 trial heat poll
A national Harris Survey of 1,633 likely voters in mid October asks whether Spiro Agnew or Edward Kennedy would win the 1976 presidential race in a hypothetical contest conducted before Tuesday’s vote. Kennedy leads 51 percent to 43 percent, with Agnew seen as a potential Republican candidate.
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Kennedy Leads Across Regions In 1976 Agnew Contest
Kennedy wins large margins in East Midwest and West sections, trailing Agnew only in the South and Deep South. He dominates under 30 and 30-49 age groups, holds most education levels, and leads among women while Agnew edges men. Whites favor Agnew, but Kennedy dominates Black voters.
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Kennedy Emerges as Top Democrat for 1976
Kennedy rises as the leading 1976 Democratic prospect after George McGovern's loss. Massachusetts Senator Edward M Kennedy, son of the slain president, enjoys rising stature as Democrats weigh a possible run. He avoids candidacy yet to 1975 while remaining influential in party leadership and rally efforts.
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