President Nixon

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Who was Nixon?
He was a Republican who served as vice-President under Eisenhower
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How many bombings during 1960-70?
Over 2000 bombings - 56 per cent by students and 19 per cent by black extremists
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What was his first term focused on?
Events on Vietnam - the amount of anti-war protests increased as even though he withdrew American troops from South Vietnam he increased the bombing to ensure a strong negotiating position in the peace talks
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What happened at Kent State?
Kent State students rioted in the central business district and firebombed the ROTC building
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How did Nixon decrease protests?
He deprived radical student of federal scholarships and loans, adjusting the staff so less students felt threatened
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How many bombings during 1960-70?

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Over 2000 bombings - 56 per cent by students and 19 per cent by black extremists

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What happened at Kent State?

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