George McGovern

Dr. George Stanley McGovern (born July 19, 1922 in Avon, South Dakota) was a United States Congressman, Senator, and Democratic presidential candidate, losing the 1972 presidential election to incumbent Richard Nixon.

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July 19 - 1922 - Avon, South Dakota - United States - Congressman - Senator - Democratic - Presidential - 1972 presidential election - Richard Nixon

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McGovern was most noted for his opposition to the Vietnam War. He is currently serving as the United Nations global ambassador on hunger.

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Vietnam War - United Nations

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