Optimism high GOP sights on Congress
GOP leaders promise a push to win Congress alongside the presidential race. Senator Peter Dominick cites recent McGovern win as a wake up call fueling Republican hope to gain Senate seats and possibly control both chambers, with Ford optimistic but the House tally seen as tough.
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Nixon launches new majority campaign in late convention speech
Nixon declares a new majority program and pledges firm foreign policy with China and the Soviet Union. He vows not to abandon U.S. prisoners in Vietnam and attacks antiwar dissent, while security ejects four Vietnam Veterans Against the War protesters. He stays to greet delegates after a late, televised address.
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Arizonans Taste Fury of Protest at Convention Hall
In Miami Beach last month Republicans hear a polished group conducted by Ray Bloch performing Be Witched and Michigan Fight Song. Democrats deploy a pop sound. Rep John Rhodes joins the Arizona delegation during the second session while chairing resolutions. He downplays potential defections if a GOP nominee wins in Arizona’s new fourth district.
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Michigan
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Nixon and Agnew Sweep Backed by Republican Convention
In speeches at the convention the leaders urged a strong GOP surge. Governor Richard Ogilvie praised Agnew for closer White House state cooperation while Nixon urged a new American majority to unite under shared ideals. If realized, many Democrats could lose office in January.
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Partridge Center Closed as Health Violations Mount
County health inspectors found eighty health code violations at the Partridge Center leading to immediate closure and removal of patients. Sheriff's deputies moved five to Pima County Hospital with commitment papers while others were sheltered at Chazen Institute and A B Sieh Girls School. Military families in CHAMPUS inquiries prompted related calls as officials pledged thorough investigation.
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Vilian Health
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George Everett Partridge
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