 The cutaways would become an integral part of every MDAA Telethon broadcast during its syndication run, an approach later duplicated by other nationally-syndicated charitable telethons.By 1970, the "MDA Labor Day Telethon" was seen nationwide on 64 stations, including the addition of Los Angeles and San Francisco stations to the Love Network roster, making the 1970 event the first telethon seen from coast to coast.Proceeds from the 1970 event totaled $5,093,385.