Jackie Kennedy v Barry Goldwater 1964

[Lincoln Republican]

As you know, the widow of a deceased office holder sometimes becomes that party's candidate for the next election.

President Lyndon B. Johnson does not seek a term as President in 1964 due to heart problems.

The Democrats prevail upon, and are successful, in convincing President John F. Kennedy's widow, Jackie Kennedy, to become the Democratic Presidential nominee in 1964.

Jackie chooses experienced and respected Minnesota Senator Hubert H. Humphrey as the Vice Presidential nominee.

The Republicans choose Arizona Senator Barry Goldwater for President and New York Congressman William Miller for Vice President.

Discuss please.
Results.
Maps.

[Lincoln Republican]

Well?..........

[Lincoln Republican]

Thank you for your input.  You have raised some excellent points.

My take on what might have happened.

Jackie becomes overwhelmed with the campaign and the demands of a Presidential candidate after two weeks.  Jackie meets privately with Hubert Humphrey and asks him to replace her as the Presidential candidate.

Humphrey readily agrees, and picks Senator Henry Jackson of Washington for Vice President.  This ticket is immediately ratified by the Democratic National Committee.

The Humphrey/Jackson ticket goes on to win a landslide victory over the Goldwater/Miller ticket.

Hubert Humphrey realizes his lifelong dream of becoming President of the United States.

 

[Lincoln Republican]

Excellent alternate scenario, Adlai.  Thank you.

Most interesting.

[Lincoln Republican]

Wow.  Comes back after four years.

How did you even find this?