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The 1972 presidential election, much like it's predecessor four years earlier, would attract artists from around the country to support one side or the other.
Creedence Clearwater Revival, John Lennon, Jefferson Airplane, Hawkwind, Bob Dylan, and many others would come out in open support for Kennedy. The President was extremely popular among the musical scene and the collective imagination of the late 60's and early 70's. If four years earlier he had attracted some famous names with strong opinions, now he had a plethora of artists all ready to voice their views. A clear reflection of the politicalization of the Music Business by 1970.
In Holywood figures like Marlon Brando, coming right of his success in The Godfather, would throw his vocal support behind Kennedy and his fight for Civil Rights. Others, like Clint Eastwood would support Rocky and his moderate Republican approach.
The two pillars of the artistic movement, California in the west and New York in the east, would provide a battleground for supporters of both candidates.
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George Harrison and Bob Dylan in a Concert in support of Kennedy - October, 1972.
Pop Culture in U.S. Elections - 1972, Sabrina Kent
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The Golden State, home of Governor Ronald Reagan and former Vice-President Richard Nixon, had gone Republican in every election since 1952, with the exception of the Goldwater debacle in 1964. Reagan had been confident that, with a moderate such as Rockefeller running, and his support, it wouldn't be hard to take the State. But as the polls continued to arrive throughout September and October, thing started to look dangerous for Rockefeller. By October 12th two polls indicated 52% Kennedy 45% Rockefeller 3% undecided. These numbers scared the party considerably.
The pressure would result in a Rockefeller trip through the state, visiting Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco and finally Oakland for a week by mid-October. This trip is seen as having diverted time the candidate could've spent on campaign in other key states such Ohio, Pennsylvania and Illinois. In many of his speech venues, the Candidate would appear side by side with his ideological opponent within the Party, Governor Reagan, doing all he could to cyphon support from all republican camps, as well as supporters of the governor in General. His heavy campaigning in the State would lead to his recovery in the polls by late October, much to the relief of the party.
New York would prove to be the other scenario of the War for the presidency, and a odd one. A predominantly liberal and progressive fortress, it had been easily won by Kennedy four years earlier. Now, however, his opponent was a the popular governor of the State. Kennedy would campaign extensively there, more then in any other state. His rallies would prove extremely popular. One such instance would show numbers as high as 100 thousand people in his Central Park Rally. That, added with his considerable support in the art scene, helped him become a serious competitor for the state.
Rockefeller would also campaign considerably on his home turf. Rochester, Syracuse, New York city, would all house large rallies for the governor. Polling would prove inconclusive, as some indicated a easy Rockefeller victory, while others predicted a Kennedy landslide. The State would prove a mistery until the last moment.
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Both candidates would campaign extensively in the state, in particular in New York City.
Robert Kennedy campaign strategy would be one of intense touring through mostly rural or industrial areas in the Rust belt and upper south. The president would travel through the Great lakes region, as well as states such as Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia and Virginia in hopes of securing the vote of the "common man". Kennedy's charisma, coupled with his logical connection to JFK, would do wonders to paint him as the simpathetic candidate in these areas, while Rockefeller would be perceived as a metropolitan elitist.
History of the Democratic Party, from Jackson to Clinton, Michael A. Cormack
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"....He's a man of great principle, who's been fighting for you and me four most of his life. Four years ago we as a people made the decision of naming him President. It was the right decision, no doubt about that. It was what made me realize that i could make a diference in government. Now folks, we need to make a choice once again. And heck, looking at the other guy, i would say it's no hard choice at all!"
Well folks, that was Governor Presley speech in front of City Hall. I don't know about you folks, but i know whom i'l be voting for. This has been Nick Ruppins, with a special report. Next on WHBQ: some Jailhouse Rock. See you later Memphis.
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As Election day rolled in, the nation was ready to see it's new leader.
On New England and the Northwest, President Kennedy would easily carry the majority. New Hampshire and Vermont would be the exceptions, remaining on the Republican side. New York would prove a great suprise to many. One, if not the most contested state in the country would be won by Kennedy with 52% of the vote. New Jersey Pennsylvania and West Virginia would also go to the President. Maryland and Delaware would be won by Rockefeller with stable margins.
The great lakes region would prove to be another of Kennedy's victory grounds. In Illinois Kennedy would secure a easy victory. Michigan would also be won with confortable numbers. Indiana would fall to Rockefeller, but in a very close race, Kennedy would carry Ohio.
In the South both Kentucky and Virginia would go Republican. Tennessee, to the surprise of few, would go to Kennedy. Governor Presley had been campaigning more then any other governor. He would tie his image directly to that of the president, and taking in consideration his popularity, that would guarantee Kennedy the state. North Carolina would also be won by the democrat, proving that the Party still held considerable influence in the South. South Carolina and Arkansas, however, would chose Rockefeller, this time proving that the Republican Party had also made great gains in the region.
Alabama, Mississipi, Georgia and Louisiana would, just like four years previously, fall to George Wallace and his American Independent Party. A victory for the governor in the south, but not as large as in 1968.
The Sunshine state would fall confortably on Kennedy's side. Texas, would prove a very close call. It would, in the end, preserve itself on the Democratic field.
In the Midwest, Rockefeller would sweep the field. Only Minnesota, a traditionally democratic stronghold, and South Dakota would go to Kennedy. The later thanks to much campaigning by Vice-President McGovern in his home state.
And finally we arrive in the West coast. California, another giant on the field, would prove, just like New York, a surprise to many. Rockefeller would carry the state by a close 51.60% of the votes. His heavy campaigning there, coupled with Reagan strong support, are seen as decisive factors. Oregon would also go Republican, while Washington would vote for Kennedy.
Hawaii would be won by the President with ease, whle Alaska would be taken by Rockefeller.
In the end, it was not really a close race. Four very succesful years, a very popular image and a oposing candidate with fairly similar views would ensure that Robert F. Kennedy won by a very good margin.
The President, with 289 electoral votes, and 56.5% of the popular vote had secured four more years.
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The End and the Beginning of a Era, Marcus P. Edginton
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Well, that's 1972 folks. Got a lot planned for his next four years of Kenedy's term Comments and opinions aways apreciated.
The 1972 presidential election, much like it's predecessor four years earlier, would attract artists from around the country to support one side or the other.
Creedence Clearwater Revival, John Lennon, Jefferson Airplane, Hawkwind, Bob Dylan, and many others would come out in open support for Kennedy. The President was extremely popular among the musical scene and the collective imagination of the late 60's and early 70's. If four years earlier he had attracted some famous names with strong opinions, now he had a plethora of artists all ready to voice their views. A clear reflection of the politicalization of the Music Business by 1970.
In Holywood figures like Marlon Brando, coming right of his success in The Godfather, would throw his vocal support behind Kennedy and his fight for Civil Rights. Others, like Clint Eastwood would support Rocky and his moderate Republican approach.
The two pillars of the artistic movement, California in the west and New York in the east, would provide a battleground for supporters of both candidates.
View attachment 339305
George Harrison and Bob Dylan in a Concert in support of Kennedy - October, 1972.
Pop Culture in U.S. Elections - 1972, Sabrina Kent
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The Golden State, home of Governor Ronald Reagan and former Vice-President Richard Nixon, had gone Republican in every election since 1952, with the exception of the Goldwater debacle in 1964. Reagan had been confident that, with a moderate such as Rockefeller running, and his support, it wouldn't be hard to take the State. But as the polls continued to arrive throughout September and October, thing started to look dangerous for Rockefeller. By October 12th two polls indicated 52% Kennedy 45% Rockefeller 3% undecided. These numbers scared the party considerably.
The pressure would result in a Rockefeller trip through the state, visiting Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco and finally Oakland for a week by mid-October. This trip is seen as having diverted time the candidate could've spent on campaign in other key states such Ohio, Pennsylvania and Illinois. In many of his speech venues, the Candidate would appear side by side with his ideological opponent within the Party, Governor Reagan, doing all he could to cyphon support from all republican camps, as well as supporters of the governor in General. His heavy campaigning in the State would lead to his recovery in the polls by late October, much to the relief of the party.
New York would prove to be the other scenario of the War for the presidency, and a odd one. A predominantly liberal and progressive fortress, it had been easily won by Kennedy four years earlier. Now, however, his opponent was a the popular governor of the State. Kennedy would campaign extensively there, more then in any other state. His rallies would prove extremely popular. One such instance would show numbers as high as 100 thousand people in his Central Park Rally. That, added with his considerable support in the art scene, helped him become a serious competitor for the state.
Rockefeller would also campaign considerably on his home turf. Rochester, Syracuse, New York city, would all house large rallies for the governor. Polling would prove inconclusive, as some indicated a easy Rockefeller victory, while others predicted a Kennedy landslide. The State would prove a mistery until the last moment.
View attachment 339312View attachment 339313
Both candidates would campaign extensively in the state, in particular in New York City.
Robert Kennedy campaign strategy would be one of intense touring through mostly rural or industrial areas in the Rust belt and upper south. The president would travel through the Great lakes region, as well as states such as Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia and Virginia in hopes of securing the vote of the "common man". Kennedy's charisma, coupled with his logical connection to JFK, would do wonders to paint him as the simpathetic candidate in these areas, while Rockefeller would be perceived as a metropolitan elitist.
History of the Democratic Party, from Jackson to Clinton, Michael A. Cormack
...................
"....He's a man of great principle, who's been fighting for you and me four most of his life. Four years ago we as a people made the decision of naming him President. It was the right decision, no doubt about that. It was what made me realize that i could make a diference in government. Now folks, we need to make a choice once again. And heck, looking at the other guy, i would say it's no hard choice at all!"
Well folks, that was Governor Presley speech in front of City Hall. I don't know about you folks, but i know whom i'l be voting for. This has been Nick Ruppins, with a special report. Next on WHBQ: some Jailhouse Rock. See you later Memphis.
...............
As Election day rolled in, the nation was ready to see it's new leader.
On New England and the Northwest, President Kennedy would easily carry the majority. New Hampshire and Vermont would be the exceptions, remaining on the Republican side. New York would prove a great suprise to many. One, if not the most contested state in the country would be won by Kennedy with 52% of the vote. New Jersey Pennsylvania and West Virginia would also go to the President. Maryland and Delaware would be won by Rockefeller with stable margins.
The great lakes region would prove to be another of Kennedy's victory grounds. In Illinois Kennedy would secure a easy victory. Michigan would also be won with confortable numbers. Indiana would fall to Rockefeller, but in a very close race, Kennedy would carry Ohio.
In the South both Kentucky and Virginia would go Republican. Tennessee, to the surprise of few, would go to Kennedy. Governor Presley had been campaigning more then any other governor. He would tie his image directly to that of the president, and taking in consideration his popularity, that would guarantee Kennedy the state. North Carolina would also be won by the democrat, proving that the Party still held considerable influence in the South. South Carolina and Arkansas, however, would chose Rockefeller, this time proving that the Republican Party had also made great gains in the region.
Alabama, Mississipi, Georgia and Louisiana would, just like four years previously, fall to George Wallace and his American Independent Party. A victory for the governor in the south, but not as large as in 1968.
The Sunshine state would fall confortably on Kennedy's side. Texas, would prove a very close call. It would, in the end, preserve itself on the Democratic field.
In the Midwest, Rockefeller would sweep the field. Only Minnesota, a traditionally democratic stronghold, and South Dakota would go to Kennedy. The later thanks to much campaigning by Vice-President McGovern in his home state.
And finally we arrive in the West coast. California, another giant on the field, would prove, just like New York, a surprise to many. Rockefeller would carry the state by a close 51.60% of the votes. His heavy campaigning there, coupled with Reagan strong support, are seen as decisive factors. Oregon would also go Republican, while Washington would vote for Kennedy.
Hawaii would be won by the President with ease, whle Alaska would be taken by Rockefeller.
In the end, it was not really a close race. Four very succesful years, a very popular image and a oposing candidate with fairly similar views would ensure that Robert F. Kennedy won by a very good margin.
The President, with 289 electoral votes, and 56.5% of the popular vote had secured four more years.
View attachment 339322
The End and the Beginning of a Era, Marcus P. Edginton
..............
Well, that's 1972 folks. Got a lot planned for his next four years of Kenedy's term Comments and opinions aways apreciated.