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513. America in '68: Nixon's Great Comeback (Part 6)

The Rest Is History

CHAPTER

Nixon's Political Maneuvering

This chapter examines Richard Nixon's strategic efforts to garner support from Southern delegates during his 1968 presidential campaign, particularly through promises related to school integration and conservative policies. It highlights Nixon's evocative speech, which balanced insecurity and ambition while showcasing a shift in campaign tactics away from traditional rally politics to a more media-savvy approach. The narrative also explores the complexities of his rhetoric, including a law and order theme that resonated amidst social unrest, revealing the underlying racial tensions of the political landscape.

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