Between the two, McGovern was far more dangerous, as he was more than willing to utterly capitulate to the Soviet Union.
Among his other platform ideas:
US out of Vietnam in exchange for our prisoners. Amnesty for draft dodgers. “Demogrant”, giving $1000 to every American (later dropped from platform.)
Government provided jobs for all Americans, with a guaranteed minimum income. “Public service employment must be greatly expanded in order to make the government the employer of last resort and guarantee a job for all.”
37% reduction in defense spending.
The “equitable distribution of wealth and income”.
Rewarding banks with federal deposit funds for “investing in socially productive endeavors.”
Passage of the Equal Rights Amendment.
thank you!
you have that very correctly. either you were there to witness it, or you are a very good researcher.
i commend you!
blessings, bobo