Humphrey Weakest Dem Candidate Faces Convention Doubts
The 1968 Democratic National Convention backdrop shows Hubert H. Humphrey as a weak national candidate in Gallup polling with Nixon and Wallace leading. Ted Kennedy appears as the potential game changer, though unlikely, while McCarthy and McGovern hold limited support among party leaders. Kennedy’s potential as running mate could lift or doom Humphrey.
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Humphrey Ticket Strategy Faces Southern Vote Split Debate
A Hoff circulated document outlines how Nixon might pick Agnew to split anti-Democrat votes in the South, boosting Humphrey if Wallace siphons votes. It argues Negro registration gains since 1965 could shift electors, with Sanford or Sanders as possible southern-friendly running mates to unite Southern and loyalist blocs.
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Maddox Arrives in Chicago Attacks Democratic Compromise
Georgia Governor Lester Maddox arrived in Chicago to urge backing for George Wallace and to denounce the Credentials Committee plan to split Georgia’s votes. He said he may pressure delegates to seat the regular Georgia delegation and warned he will not accept a compromise. He ruled out joining a Wallace ticket but left open support if Democrats disappoint.
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Manchin Demands Resignations At West Virginia Young Democrats
Joe Manchin called for the resignation of West Virginia Young Democrats officers alleging a fixed convention last year. He urged Gov. Hutt C Smith to resign as National Committeeman, and said the party must be cleaned up. Manchin spoke to reporters separate from convention activities as John Westfall denied his Young Democrat status due to age.
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Resignation Demand Names State Officials in Probe
The statement lists officers joining the demand for resignation, including Alvie Qualls of Huntington the state treasurer and Clarence Elmore Jr. of Princeton the executive secretary, with other officers also named and no comment from authorities.
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DiSalle Seeks Kennedy Draft for Democratic Nomination
Former Ohio governor Michael V. DiSalle said he is arranging with California delegates to offer Sen Edward M. Kennedy as a presidential candidate at the national convention. He noted California delegates responded favorably and he will push a Kennedy draft despite Kennedy’s earlier disclaimer.
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