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1968's presidential election looks a lot like today's – but it was very different

  • Written by David Stebenne, Professor of History and Law Faculty, The Ohio State University
1968's presidential election looks a lot like today's – but it was very differentRichard Nixon, celebrating his election on Nov. 7, 1968, campaigned against a backdrop of racial inequality, civic unrest and polarized politics.AFP via Getty Images

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