Which President asked Agnew to be his running mate in 1968?
John F. Kennedy
Richard Nixon
Ronald Reagan
Bill Clinton
Answer
Richard Nixon asked Spiro Agnew to be his running mate in 1968 because he was a popular politician who could help him win the election. Agnew was a conservative Republican who was known for his strong anti-communist views. He was also a successful governor of Maryland, which made him a strong candidate for vice president. Nixon and Agnew won the 1968 election, and Agnew served as vice president until 1973.
Agnew Chronicles: Exploring the Legacy of Vice President Spiro Agnew
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