In the Johnson administration, who had pushed for U. S. escalation but later concluded that the U. S. should seek negotiations?

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13 October, 23:20

In the Johnson administration, who had pushed for U. S. escalation but later concluded that the U. S. should seek negotiations?

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Mariyah Skinner · Answer 1

Robert McNamara

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Initially argued for "massive retaliation" toward enemies of the US. He argued for military buildup and involvement in the Vietnam War. McNamara began to question US involvement and began a study on military in Vietnam. This study is now referred to as the Pentagon Papers.