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Party labels mean less and less to Virginians — and, indeed, to most Americans. They know that it is principle, rather than labels, upon which this nation was built. . . .
Last month the Democratic State Central Committee took an unprecedented step. For the first time in 40 years, a Virginia Senator, if he is to seek re-election in the Democratic Primary, will be required to sign an oath that he will support for President whoever is selected by the Democratic National Convention.
I cannot, and will not, sign an oath to vote for and support an individual whose identity I do not know and whose principles and policies are thus unknown.
No one knows today who will be the Democratic nominee for President in 1972 nor who will be the Republican nominee. No one knows what philosophy they will advocate.
The year 1972 will be a crucial one for our nation.
Before making a decision as to whom I shall support for President, I want to know the alternatives — and just where each candidate stands on the dominant issues.
To forfeit now my right to do this is to me unthinkable. . .
I am anxious to serve the people of Virginia in the United States Senate. I love our country, and I feel 1 can continue to make a contribution to Virginia and to the nation as a United States Senator.
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