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Nebraska Public Media News | '68: The Year Nebraska Mattered


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The story of Nebraska's role in the turbulent political year of 1968.

The video from PBS, titled "NET Nebraska News: 1968 - The Year Nebraska Mattered," focuses on the significant events of 1968 in Nebraska, a year marked by political and social turbulence across the United States. It highlights Nebraska's role in the presidential election, particularly noting the state's influence during the Democratic primaries where Senator Eugene McCarthy challenged President Lyndon B. Johnson. The video also covers the impact of the Vietnam War on Nebraskans, including protests and the experiences of soldiers. Additionally, it touches on civil rights movements within the state and the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy, which had a profound effect on the national and local political landscape. Through interviews and archival footage, the video provides a comprehensive look at how these events shaped Nebraska and its residents during a pivotal year in American history.

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