1968+Turning+Points

LBJ Remained Determined
 * Optimistic reports are sent back
 * McNamara sees "a light at the end of the tunnel"

The Tet Offensive
 * an attack on US strongholds throughout Southern Vietnam by the VC
 * eventually developed into a US victory
 * shook the public, who thought the enemy was close to defeat
 * LBJ struggles-Congress cuts his Great Society budget
 * US involvement in the war is openly criticized
 * new Defense Secretary wtates that the war is unwinnable
 * the nation turns on Johnson
 * Johnson speaks about halting
 * MLK assassination
 * Violence riots across the nation
 * Nixon is elected for peace and honor