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The group in Congress that notably opposed the Vietnam War included the "Old Guard" Democrats, as well as a faction of liberal Republicans and some civil rights advocates. Prominent figures such as Senator George McGovern and Representative Walter Jones voiced strong opposition, arguing against the war's morality and effectiveness. Additionally, the anti-war movement gained traction among younger lawmakers and activists, advocating for de-escalation and withdrawal of U.S. troops. This opposition played a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy regarding the war.
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What are the nicknames for people who opposed the Vietnam war?
Doves
Who opposed the vietnam war doves or hawks?
Doves are those who desire peace over war. Hawks support war when necessary to resolve a conflict or subdue an enemy. Consequently, it was the doves who opposed the Vietnam War.
What organizations opposed Vietnam war?
College students. (They were draft age).
Why did so many people opposed the Vietnam war?
Some people were against the Vietnam War because young men were being drafted to fight in the war.
Did the US enter Vietnam without a declaration of war by Congress?
No, it is officially termed the "Vietnam Conflict." Answer The US president went to war using his "constitutional discretion" calling ti a "police action". Correct, Only Congress can draw up the Article of War. In the Archives of the DOD Vietnam is listed as "an armed conflict" Since Congress never drew up such article of war Vietnam was only by Definition an conflict. Only congress has this power as a means of checks and balances. Yes the President can do such action as mobilize military into an area of conflict but for "WAR" to be declared Congress is the only one who can draw up such an article.
What was true about the end of the Vietnam War?
At the end of the Vietnam War, Congress refused to support South Vietnam any longer.
Did congress protest the Vietnam war?
Only two congressmen voted no to going to war with Vietnam.
Media name for those who opposed the war in Vietnam?
War protesters.
What are the nicknames for people who opposed the Vietnam war?
Doves
Who opposed the vietnam war doves or hawks?
Doves are those who desire peace over war. Hawks support war when necessary to resolve a conflict or subdue an enemy. Consequently, it was the doves who opposed the Vietnam War.
What wars eas not declared by Congress but was started when the president sent troops?
The US Civil War (1861-1865) & the Vietnam War (1961-1975).
Did congress declare war in the Vietnam war?
WWII was the last time.
What gp opposed the Vietnam war?
Students for a Democratic Society
Why was the Historians Opposed to the mural of the Vietnam War?
See: List of anti-war organizations.
Who was pro-Vietnam War as opposed to the anti-war groups?
Those that didn't have to fight it.
What was true about the end of Vietnam?
At the end of the Vietnam War, Congress refused to support South Vietnam any longer.
What actions if any did congress take during the Vietnam war?
They funded the war.
