MAY 16, 1968

Full News Archive

• Headline: Historic Delegate Selection in Mississippi. Impact: This decision to include Mississippi Negroes as delegates caused a chain reaction that led to the eventual formation of more inclusive political parties, which in turn created a space for politicians who could actually win elections. Who knew that letting people participate in democracy would lead to... democracy!. Fact: Did you know that Mississippi was once known for its... well, let's just say it had a few 'issues' with inclusivity? Shocking, right?.
• Headline: U.S. Emphasizes Atomic Security Measures. Impact: The U.S. stressing atomic guarantees might have sent shockwaves through the Cold War era, leading to a lot of sleepless nights for world leaders. But hey, nothing says 'trust us' like a promise of nuclear annihilation!. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing more explosive than atomic guarantees is the debates about what constitutes a 'guarantee.'.
• Headline: Protesters Target Hershey's Vehicle with Eggs. Impact: The egging incident might not have toppled governments, but it certainly inspired a generation of activists to consider alternative forms of protest—because who can resist the allure of a good yolk?. Fact: If only politicians realized that eggs are a great source of protein—maybe they’d be more receptive to criticism!.
• Headline: Yugoslav Hails Czech Aim;; Praise by Tito Aide Yugoslav Foreign Minister Hails Czech Aims. Impact: Yugoslavia’s praise of Czechoslovakia's pivot away from the USSR set the stage for a domino effect of Eastern European countries reconsidering their alliances, eventually leading to a game of 'who can break free first' that reshaped the entire region.. Fact: Did you know that Tito and his crew were basically the hipsters of communism? They were all about doing their own thing long before it was cool..
• Headline: U.S. Says Hanoi's Newsmen Can Attend Press Briefings. Impact: Allowing Hanoi's newsmen to attend U.S. press briefings was like inviting the cat to watch the mice; it didn't change the game, but it sure made for some interesting headlines that echoed through the years about transparency (or lack thereof).. Fact: You know it’s a complicated relationship when the only thing clearer than the press briefings is the confusion surrounding them..
• Headline: Laos Orders 22 Hippies To Leave the Country. Impact: Laos kicking out hippies might have given them a false sense of superiority, but it also sparked a movement in other countries to reconsider who qualifies as a 'valuable' citizen. Spoiler: it's not the guy with the tie-dye shirt.. Fact: Did you know that 'hippie' was once a term of endearment? Now, it’s more of a warning label!.
• Headline: WEAVER TO HEAD BARUCH COLLEGE; Cabinet Officer to Join New Brooklyn Unit in January. Impact: Weaver heading Baruch College signaled a shift toward academic leadership that would eventually influence educational policies and programs for decades to come, proving once again that behind every great institution is a decision that sounds good on paper.. Fact: Funny how a cabinet officer stepping down can lead to a college upgrade—because who needs a degree when you can just be in the right place at the right time?.
• Headline: Art Sold for $394,650. Impact: The sale of art for $394,650 not only inflated egos but also set a ridiculous benchmark for future art sales, making it incredibly difficult for average artists to get noticed—unless, of course, they painted a banana duct-taped to a wall.. Fact: Did you know that for just a fraction of that amount, you could buy a lifetime supply of paint and still have enough left over for a decent sandwich?.