An offer to wheel Wallace into the convention. 'Wheel you inside, sir?', July 6, 1972
Scope and Content Note
As the convention opened, McGovern's delegate votes fell short of assuring him a first-ballot victory. The attempt on George Wallace's life in May had left Wallace physically crippled, but he still controlled more than 300 delegate votes. Concerns about McGovern's electability and opposition from the AFL-CIO's George Meany led to speculation that other candidates, including Humphrey and Muskie, would seek a deal with Wallace delegates to block McGovern. Anita Holst-Jensen.
Dates
- July 6, 1972
Creator
- Oliphant, Pat, 1935- (Person)
Access Restrictions
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Extent
1 drawing
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- Oliphant, Pat, 1935- (Person)
Repository Details
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