Talking Hoosier History

Nixon's Favorite Mayor: Richard Lugar's Mayoral Years


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In this episode of Talking Hoosier History, we'll explore the mayoral career of "Nixon's Favorite Mayor," future U.S. Senator Richard G. Lugar. Learn more about Mayor Lugar's controversial city-consolidation plan known as Unigov, how Lugar attracted the attention of the sitting president, and how Nixon's 1972 visit to Indiana jumpstarted Lugar's national career. Written by Kelsey Green and performed by Justin Clark. Produced by Jill Weiss Simins.

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