Question

Why was the 1968 election a turning point in US political history?

Answer 1

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Step-by-step explanation:

Nixon’s election marked a turn away from liberal reform.

People lost faith in the government after the assassinations and riots.

The assassinations of King and Kennedy meant the country lost two liberal leaders.

Answer 2

The 1968 election is considered as a turning point in US political history because it saw the end of the New Deal coalition in American politics. The Republican, former Vice President Richard Nixon defeated incumbent Vice President Humphrey in the election.