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Presidential Election of 1968

Election characterized by division among Democrats, with Hubert Humphrey nominated amid anti-war protests, and Richard Nixon winning as a Republican with promises of peace.

Eugene McCarthy

Anti-war candidate in the 1968 Democratic primaries.

Hubert Humphrey

In favor of the Vietnam War and ultimately nominated as the Democratic candidate in 1968.

RFK

Robert F. Kennedy, an anti-war candidate assassinated by Sirhan Sirhan before the 1968 election.

Chennault Affair

Nixon's efforts to delay Vietnam peace talks to hurt Humphrey's election prospects, involving Anna Chennault as an intermediary.

Nixon’s Domestic Policy

Focused on realpolitik and Nixonomics, addressing economic issues like stagflation and government spending.

Realpolitik

Practical politics based on reality rather than moral considerations, as practiced by Nixon.

Stagflation

Economic condition characterized by slow growth, high unemployment, and rising prices.

Title IX

Legislation aimed at providing equality in sports and education for women and girls.

Nixon Doctrine

Policy stating the U.S. would not act as the world's policeman against Communism, focusing instead on economic support.

Ping Pong Diplomacy

Nixon's strategy to improve relations with China, highlighted by the U.S. ping pong team visiting China in 1971.

Watergate Scandal

Political scandal involving illegal activities by the Nixon administration, leading to Nixon's resignation.

CREEP

Committee for the Reelection of the President, involved in Watergate and illegal campaign activities.

Archibald Cox

Special prosecutor fired during the Watergate scandal, leading to the 'Saturday Night Massacre'.

US v. Nixon

Supreme Court ruling that required Nixon to release tape recordings related to Watergate.

Iran Hostage Crisis

1979 event where 53 Americans were taken hostage in Tehran, lasting 444 days and affecting U.S. foreign policy.

Camp David Accords

1978 peace agreement facilitated by Carter between Egypt and Israel resolving territorial disputes.

Carter Doctrine

Policy asserting U.S. would oppose any outside force attempting to gain control over the Persian Gulf region.