1968 Republican National Convention facts for kids
The 1968 Republican National Convention was a big meeting where the Republican Party chose who they wanted to run for President of the United States. It happened at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Florida, from August 5 to 8, 1968.
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What Was the 1968 Republican Convention?
The 1968 Republican National Convention was a very important event for the Republican Party. Every four years, major political parties in the U.S. hold a national convention. This is where they officially pick their candidate for president and vice president. They also decide on the party's main ideas and goals, called the party platform.
Where Did the Convention Take Place?
The convention was held in Miami Beach, a sunny city in Florida. The Miami Beach Convention Center was the busy hub for thousands of delegates, reporters, and supporters. It was a lively place filled with signs, speeches, and lots of excitement.
Who Wanted to Be President?
Several important people hoped to become the Republican candidate for president in 1968. The three main candidates were:
- Richard Nixon: He had been the Vice President before and was very experienced in politics. He was seen as a strong leader.
- Ronald Reagan: At the time, he was the Governor of California. He was popular for his conservative views and his background as an actor.
- Nelson Rockefeller: He was the Governor of New York. He was known for his more moderate political ideas.
Other Important People
Other people also ran for president or were considered. These included:
- George Romney: The Governor of Michigan.
- James A. Rhodes: The Governor of Ohio.
- Clifford Case: A Senator from New Jersey.
- Frank Carlson: A Senator from Kansas.
- Hiram Fong: A Senator from Hawaii.
Who Was Chosen as the Candidate?
After many speeches and votes, Richard Nixon won the nomination to be the Republican Party's candidate for president. He had worked hard to get support from different parts of the party. For his running mate, who would be the vice president, Nixon chose Spiro Agnew. Agnew was the Governor of Maryland at the time.
What Happened Next?
After the convention, Richard Nixon and Spiro Agnew began their campaign to become the next President and Vice President of the United States. They traveled around the country, giving speeches and sharing their ideas with voters.
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Nixon supporters at the convention
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Rockefeller supporters at the convention
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Reagan supporters at the convention
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Senator Clifford Case of New Jersey -
Senator Frank Carlson of Kansas -
Senator Hiram Fong of Hawaii
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