1960s Timeline

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Sep 24, 2022

Buckley Debates Mailer in Chicago

Sept. 24, 1962 - In what was billed as a political debate between a conservative and a “hipster,” William F. Buckley Jr. (pictured) and...

Aug 28, 2022

President’s Youngest Brother Roughed Up in Boston Debate

Aug. 28, 1962 - Edward M. Kennedy waded into his first political brawl last night and emerged a bit roughed up but still standing. The...

May 22, 2022

Nixon Agrees To Debate Gov. Brown in California Gubernatorial Race

May 22, 1962 - Former Vice President Richard M. Nixon has committed himself to face his opponent on a national television panel in his...