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2: Long odds

Campaign '68

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The Shift in the Democratic Landscape Post-Johnson

This chapter examines Lyndon Johnson's surprising exit from the presidential race, igniting hope among anti-war advocates and reshaping the Democratic primary landscape. It highlights Robert Kennedy's strategic pivot towards poverty and racial justice, culminating in his campaign launch amid the backdrop of a pivotal moment for race relations in America.

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