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The Daily Alaska Empire
Juneau, Juneau County, Alaska
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At the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia on June 23, the Washington State delegation threatened to boycott after Vice-Chairman Roy Misener complained of insufficient tickets and badges, favoring a strike and suggesting a 'young revolution' for better recognition.
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PHILADELPHIA, Pa., June 23.—The Washington State delegation to the Democratic National Convention threatened last night to boycott the convention after Vice-Chairman Roy Misener of Seattle told the delegates they had been "gyped out of their share of tickets."
Misener said he did not have enough alternate badges to go around and he favored a strike if Washington is not given the same recognition as other states. He further said a "young revolution might do some good."
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Philadelphia, Pa.
Event Date
June 23
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threatened boycott and strike; no further resolution mentioned.
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The Washington State delegation threatened to boycott the Democratic National Convention after Vice-Chairman Roy Misener of Seattle informed delegates they were short on tickets and alternate badges. Misener advocated for a strike if equal recognition is not granted and suggested a 'young revolution' might help.