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A view of the floor at the opening session of the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

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  • Now that Biden has dropped from the race, it could lead to a contested convention in August.
  • The last time that happened was in 1968 after President Lyndon B. Johnson quit his reelection bid.
  • His late departure from the race led to the party choosing Vice President Hubert Humphrey.

Democratic President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he is withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race.

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What happens now that Biden dropped out? The chaotic 1968 Democratic convention…