What party did Connally belong to before becoming a Republican?
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Democrat. Connally switched parties in the 1970s, citing the Democratic Party's increasing focus on social welfare programs and civil rights issues as reasons for his departure. He believed that the Republican Party better aligned with his conservative values and support for limited government intervention.
The Connally Conundrum: A Journey through the Life of John Connally
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