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Hubert Horatio Humphrey Jr. (May 27, 1911 – January 13, 1978) was an American politician and statesman who served as the 38th vice president of the United States from 1965 to 1969. He twice served in the United States Senate , representing Minnesota from 1949 to 1964 and 1971 to 1978.
May 23, 2024 · Hubert Humphrey (born May 27, 1911, Wallace, South Dakota, U.S.—died January 13, 1978, Waverly, Minnesota) was the 38th vice president of the United States (1965–69) in the Democratic administration of Pres. Lyndon B. Johnson and presidential candidate of the Democratic Party in 1968.
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Known as the “Happy Warrior,” Hubert Humphrey represented Minnesota in the Senate from 1949 to 1964, presided over the Senate as vice president from 1965 to 1969, and then returned to the Senate again in 1971.
Nov 9, 2009 · Learn about the life and achievements of Hubert H. Humphrey, one of the most prominent liberal politicians in the mid-20th century. He served as a U.S. senator, vice president under Lyndon B. Johnson, and Democratic presidential nominee in 1968.
Vietnam turned America’s leading liberal into a personification of liberalism’s failures. This is the tragedy of Hubert Humphrey and his Vietnam War — one that shapes Americans today.
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Jun 23, 2023 · How a young Hubert Humphrey became a champion of civil rights and an interventionist in world affairs after living in segregated Baton Rouge and studying at LSU in 1939. Learn about his transformational year, his encounters with Black and Jewish people, and his mentor who taught him about fascism.
Jul 27, 2023 · Hubert and Muriel Humphrey have a Black housekeeper named Maggie, who talks to them about the way white bill collectors come in and intimidate Black customers into paying up on the spot. And...
