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Editorial
October 17, 1960
The Augusta Courier
Augusta, Richmond County, Georgia
What is this article about?
Editorial expresses Southern frustration with Democratic Party abuse, highlights Georgia straw vote on September 14, 1960, urging votes for Nixon in November 8, 1960 election as protest, warning of potential political upheaval.
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South Kicked About
The people of the South are tired of being kicked around.
They have been kicked and abused by the Democratic Party long enough.
On September 14, 1960, the people of Georgia, in a straw vote, let it be known that they were tired of being kicked around.
The impression has gone out everywhere that voting for Nixon this year is the only way that the people of the South can let it be known that they are disgusted with the role they have played in the Democratic Party.
So, the politicians had better watch the election on November 8th. They may get the surprise of their lives out of the South.
Just a spark dropped at the right time and the right place can create an atomic explosion in Southern politics on November 8, 1960.
The people of the South are tired of being kicked around.
They have been kicked and abused by the Democratic Party long enough.
On September 14, 1960, the people of Georgia, in a straw vote, let it be known that they were tired of being kicked around.
The impression has gone out everywhere that voting for Nixon this year is the only way that the people of the South can let it be known that they are disgusted with the role they have played in the Democratic Party.
So, the politicians had better watch the election on November 8th. They may get the surprise of their lives out of the South.
Just a spark dropped at the right time and the right place can create an atomic explosion in Southern politics on November 8, 1960.
What sub-type of article is it?
Partisan Politics
What keywords are associated?
Southern Discontent
Democratic Party Abuse
Nixon Vote
1960 Election
Georgia Straw Vote
Political Surprise
What entities or persons were involved?
Democratic Party
Nixon
People Of Georgia
Southern Politicians
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Southern Dissatisfaction With Democratic Party And Support For Nixon In 1960 Election
Stance / Tone
Strongly Anti Democratic Party, Pro Nixon For Southern Voters
Key Figures
Democratic Party
Nixon
People Of Georgia
Southern Politicians
Key Arguments
Southern People Tired Of Being Kicked Around And Abused By Democratic Party
Georgia Straw Vote On September 14, 1960, Demonstrates Discontent
Voting For Nixon Is The Way For South To Express Disgust With Democratic Role
Politicians Should Watch November 8, 1960 Election For Southern Surprise
Potential Atomic Explosion In Southern Politics From A Single Spark