The outcome of the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago was marked by significant unrest and division within the Democratic Party. Amid protests against the Vietnam War, the convention faced public outcry as police clashed with demonstrators outside the venue, broadcast live to millions. Inside, contentious debates over the party platform and leadership led to deep-seated divisions. The nomination of Hubert Humphrey as candidate, despite his lack of support from the anti-war factions, contributed to further discord. The chaotic nature of the convention underscored the broader societal upheaval of the 1960s, ultimately impacting the party's direction in the following years.