WI Chappaquiddick had taken place a day or two later? Would EMK have been completely sunk? Since the 40th anniv. is next week...
As it was the mystique was shattered instantly, though it took Carter of all people to show it. Then began the rapid decline that still manifests itself today. Except for Caroline, the rest have long criminal records and some even rival Nancy Pelosi for the leadership of the Democratic left...