MARCH 24, 1969

Full News Archive

• Headline: Johnson Budget Review Sparks Increased Spending. Impact: Nixon's budget battle led to a series of economic policies that sparked inflation, which in turn prompted the creation of the phrase 'It's the economy, stupid!' that future politicians would overuse like a bad catchphrase.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing less popular than increasing a budget is suggesting that a budget should be cut? Welcome to politics!.
• Headline: Britain Cuts Diplomatic Workforce. Impact: The early retirement of diplomats resulted in a sudden influx of retired diplomats on the golf course, leading to a dramatic rise in diplomatic golf tournaments. Who knew international relations could be settled over a round of 18?. Fact: Fun fact: If there were a 'most useless job' award, a diplomat's early retirement would probably win by a landslide!.
• Headline: Vandalism at Holy Cross Cemetery. Impact: The vandalism at Holy Cross Cemetery inspired a nationwide movement of cemetery preservation that inadvertently led to an increase in ghost tourism. Thank you, vandals, for making the afterlife a tourist hotspot!. Fact: Did you know that vandalism is often considered a form of art? Well, not in this case, but it sure gives new meaning to 'rest in pieces.'.
• Headline: Hester Sees No Need For U.S. Intervention On campus Issues. Impact: Hester's stance against U.S. intervention on campus issues helped spark a wave of student activism that would lead to the infamous 'sit-ins' of the late '60s. Who knew students had such a knack for creating chaos?. Fact: Did you know that by the end of the '60s, universities had more protests than actual classes? Talk about prioritizing education!.
• Headline: Nixon Meets With Bunker; President Begins Study of Vietnam Policies PRESIDENT BEGINS TALKS ON VIETNAM. Impact: Nixon's conversations about Vietnam set the stage for future presidents to debate policies over brunch, making political discussions the new trendy thing to do on weekends. Who doesn't love a good geopolitical debate with a side of mimosas?. Fact: Did you know that Nixon's 'study' of Vietnam policies could have been a great excuse to skip out on awkward social gatherings? 'Sorry, I can't come—I'm busy studying Vietnam.'.