The "silent majority" in 1968 referred to a segment of the American population that President Richard Nixon claimed supported his policies, particularly regarding the Vietnam War, but did not publicly express their opinions. This group was characterized as middle-class, conservative, and largely discontent with the social upheaval and anti-war protests of the era. Nixon's appeal to this demographic aimed to rally support for his administration and counteract the vocal activism of more progressive movements. The term underscored a divide between active protesters and those who preferred a more subdued, traditional approach to politics and society.
Richard Nixon
Richard Nixon
Silent Majority
During the 1968 presidential campaign, Richard Nixon cast himself as the spokesperson for the silent majority. Nixon defeated Hubert Humphrey in the election.
The "silent majority" refers to a demographic of American voters who were perceived to be non-activist, middle-class individuals supportive of President Richard Nixon's policies during the elections of 1968 and 1972. Nixon appealed to this group as a counter to the vocal anti-war protests and civil rights movements of the time, suggesting that they represented a substantial, yet unheard, portion of the population that desired law and order and traditional values. The term became a rallying cry for those who felt marginalized by the more radical elements of society, signaling a desire for stability amid social upheaval.
Silent Majority
Richard Nixon
Silent Majority
Richard Nixon
Silent Majority - comics - was created in 1984.
In the 1968 presidential election, George C. Wallace did not explicitly use the term "silent majority" to describe his supporters, as that phrase was popularized by Richard Nixon. However, Wallace's campaign appealed to a segment of the population that felt overlooked and marginalized, particularly regarding issues like civil rights and law and order. He positioned himself as a voice for those who were discontented with the political establishment, similar to the sentiments expressed by Nixon's "silent majority." Thus, while Wallace's rhetoric resonated with some of the same voters, he did not directly claim to represent the silent majority.
Silent Star was created in 1968.
Nixon himself was not called the silent majority he was calling the average non protesting american the silent majority.
Silent Majority
The cast of Silent Sonata - 1968 includes: Sally MacLeod as The Subject
Middle class.
During the 1968 presidential campaign, Richard Nixon cast himself as the spokesperson for the silent majority. Nixon defeated Hubert Humphrey in the election.