In the 1968 presidential election, Lyndon B. Johnson, who had assumed the presidency after John F. Kennedy's assassination, chose not to seek re-election. His decision was largely influenced by the growing unpopularity of the Vietnam War and widespread anti-war protests. Johnson's withdrawal opened the field for other Democratic candidates, ultimately leading to a contentious primary season that reflected deep divisions within the party.
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