Quick facts for kids
Republican Presidential Primaries, 1968
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The 1968 Republican presidential primaries were a series of elections. They helped voters of the Republican Party choose who would run for President of the United States. This happened before the main 1968 U.S. presidential election.
Former Vice President Richard Nixon won these primaries. He was chosen as the party's candidate at the 1968 Republican National Convention. This big meeting took place from August 5 to August 8, 1968, in Miami, Florida.
Who Ran for President?
This section shows the main people who wanted to become the Republican presidential candidate.
What are "Favorite Sons"?
A "favorite son" is a candidate who runs mainly to control their home state's votes. They often hope to influence who wins the nomination. Many of these candidates later supported one of the main contenders.
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Senator
John Tower
from Texas
(Stopped running July 1st)
(Supported Richard Nixon)
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Senator
Clifford Case
from New Jersey
(Stopped running before 1st vote)
(Supported Richard Nixon)
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Governor
Claude R. Kirk, Jr.
from Florida
(Stopped running July 12th)
(Supported Nelson Rockefeller)
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Governor
Dewey F. Bartlett
from Oklahoma
(Stopped running August 4th)
(Supported Richard Nixon)
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Senator
Frank Carlson
from Kansas
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Governor
Wally Hickel
from Alaska
(Stopped running before 1st vote)
(Supported Richard Nixon)
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Who Decided Not to Run?
Many important political figures chose not to run for president in 1968. They might have had other plans or felt it wasn't the right time.
Images for kids
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Richard Nixon at a campaign rally
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