Nixon sworn in for second term vows self reliance and peace
President Nixon took the oath on the Capitol steps reaffirming self reliance over government paternalism as he pledged a four year path to peace and a stance of shared defense with allies. Demonstrators and security measures marked a tense transition as the parade proceeded under heavy guard.
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Agnew May Travel to Saigon for Vietnam Peace Signing
South Vietnamese sources say Vice President Spiro Agnew might fly to Saigon on January 28 with a copy of the Vietnam peace agreement for signing by President Nguyen Van Thieu. Paris talks resume Tuesday as Kissinger and North Vietnam negotiate terms for a cease-fire.
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Nixon urges self reliance in inaugural address
President Nixon calls for Americans to do for themselves, not rely on government, promising no new programs while aiming to improve education health housing and environment. He echoes JFK while stressing individual responsibility and a self reliant foreign policy under the Nixon Doctrine.
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60 000 Protesters Rally Against Nixon Vietnam Policy
About 60,000 people gathered at the Washington Monument to condemn Nixon's Vietnam policy during his second inauguration. Police reported only a few arrests as security forces kept order. Demonstrators also protested at the Capitol with banners calling him "The Mad Bomber" and shouted antiwar chants along the parade route.
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Love of parades triumphs at Nixon inaugural parade
Tens of thousands lined Pennsylvania Avenue despite bitter wind for the Inaugural Parade after Nixon’s swearing in. Police dispersed protesters and spectators cheered 143 units along the two mile route as millions watched on TV.
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