George McGovern

George McGovern

(1922–2012) peace activist United States

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George McGovern (1922–2012) was a United States peace activist.

About George McGovern

George Stanley McGovern was an American politician, diplomat, and historian from South Dakota who served in both chambers of the United States Congress, first as a member of the United States House of Representatives representing South Dakota's 1st congressional district from 1957 to 1961, and as a United States Senator from 1963 to 1981. McGovern also served as the director of Food for Peace in 1961 and 1962 under President John F. Kennedy. A member of the Democratic Party, he was the party's presidential nominee in the 1972 presidential election.

Notable works:

Out of Iraq: a practical plan for withdrawal now

Awards:

Presidential Medal of Freedom|World Food Prize|Air Medal|Distinguished Flying Cross|Gandhi Peace Award|Four Freedoms Award – Freedom from Want

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