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Spotlight Turns to Chicago in Presidential Race
Chicago hosts pivotal rallies as Eisenhower and Stevenson seek momentum. The piece riffs on campaign vibes, taunts, and political theater in a windy city scene, noting Ike’s Chicago stadium rally and Stevenson's rapid, streetwise drive. It describes voter mood, taft masks, Mamie moments, and a New York motorcade ploy amid tallies and tall tales.
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