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In reply to the discussion: George McGovern Receiving Hospice Care [View all]defacto7
(13,485 posts)73. Senator McGovern,
I hope you know how much hope and purpose you implanted in the minds and spirit of so many Americans. Your legacy will continue to inspire us to seek peace in this battle torn world.
I salute you, sir.
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Thank you for the update. A man who was an inspiration to many of us here and did
madinmaryland
Oct 2012
#10
I was not old enough, but both parents proudly voted for him! Made a huge impact
bullwinkle428
Oct 2012
#58
So sad - he fought for our country and has endured much, including personal loss
We People
Oct 2012
#22
He is a great American, who served during a difficult time in history
FailureToCommunicate
Oct 2012
#34
I just so happened to DVR a 3 hour documentary about the year he was running for president
Hestia
Oct 2012
#35
What a legend. So saddened to hear this, I recall him and those times so well. n/t
RKP5637
Oct 2012
#52
The first presidential campaign I worked for and my first vote was for Sen. McGovern.
sinkingfeeling
Oct 2012
#94
If I were back home in that area I would plan a vigil for him to show my continued love.
jwirr
Oct 2012
#97
I hope he lives long enough to hear that Obama won re-election... so he can die in peace knowing
Auntie Bush
Oct 2012
#99
My family moved from San Diego, CA to Alamogordo, NM a few months before the election
slackmaster
Oct 2012
#105
I'm so sorry to hear this. The very first campaign I worked on while in the 9th grade was for the
Purveyor
Oct 2012
#104