Year(s) Discussed: 1907-1968
In a year of domestic unrest, social strife, and uncertainty at home and abroad, the United States prepared for a presidential election in 1968. Little did they know that it would be a contest unlike any other. In the midst of a turbulent campaign, political norms were challenged, rivalries were intensified, and the only guarantee was that a new chapter in American history would emerge after all the votes were in.
Special thanks to Ben, Arjun, and Alex for providing the intro quotes for this episode! Please be sure to check out Wittenberg to Westphalia and Deep into History!
Featured Image: “Vice President Hubert Humphrey, President Lyndon Johnson, and General Creighton Abrams in a Cabinet Room meeting” [27 Mar 1968], courtesy of Wikipedia
Featured Image: “Lyndon Johnson meets with Presidential candidate Richard Nixon at the White House” by Yoichi Okamoto [26 Jul 1968], courtesy of Wikipedia