Question

Whom did Nixon refer to as the “silent majority”?



opponents of the Vietnam War

the Kent State protestors

supporters of the Vietnam War

those who had voted for him in 1968

Answer 1

On the heels of a major nationwide protest against the Vietnam War in October 1969, President Richard Nixon delivers a speech on November 3, laying out his plans for ending the war through diplomatic negotiations and asking for the support of the "great silent majority" of Americans.

Answer 2

so A?

Answer 3

Yes that is correct. Nixon needed support of people that agrees with him.

Answer 4

thank you

Answer 5

No problem!