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McGovern, George Stanley

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Found in 172 Collections and/or Records:

Ask Yourself-McGovern, George Stanley-[Democratic], 1972

 Item — Server 1 Unknown: Series PCC_Kanter_UP
Identifier: P-313-14746
Scope and Contents

In this 1972 political advertisement, Paul Norton McCloskey, Jr. (Pete) focused heavily on the concerns of working-class laborers regarding high taxes and government spending, particularly on military operations. It appealed to viewers’ sense of fairness by advocating the redirection of tax dollars away from war and toward the betterment of the general public.

Dates: Broadcast: 1972

Ask Yourself-McGovern, George Stanley-[Democratic], 1972

 Item — Server 1 Unknown: Series PCC_Kanter_UP
Identifier: P-317-14775
Scope and Contents

In this 1972 political advertisement for George McGovern, McGovern, George Stanley, the campaign appeals to the working class by expressing concern about high tax rates and excessive government spending, particularly on the Vietnam War and military operations. McGovern is presented as the people’s candidate, supported by the hard-earned dollars of ordinary citizens.

Dates: Broadcast: 1972

Ask Yourself-McGovern, George Stanley-[Democratic], 1972

 Item — Server 1 Unknown: Series PCC_Kanter_UP
Identifier: P-29-431
Scope and Contents

In this 1972 political advertisement for George McGovern’s presidential campaign, McGovern emphasized his positions on key issues, including employment, tax reform, and international peace. The advertisement, which featured McGovern addressing various attentive groups, urged working-class audiences to critically assess the political positions of both candidates. The campaign was financed through contributions from working people. Agent: McCloskey, Paul Norton, Jr. (Pete).

Dates: Broadcast: 1972

Breaks my Heart-McGovern, George Stanley-[Democratic], 1972

 Item — Server 1 Unknown: Series PCC_Kanter_UP
Identifier: P-310-14632
Scope and Contents

In this 1972 political advertisement, Wallace, George Corley, is presented through a series of images, primarily of hands counting money and preparing envelopes for mailing, in an effort to persuade viewers to support the Democratic campaign and oppose Richard Nixon. The advertisement emphasizes the urgency of acting against Nixon’s presidency amid rising prices and political concerns.

Dates: Broadcast: 1972

Campaign Pledge-McGovern, George Stanley-[Democratic], 1972

 Item — Server 1 Unknown: Series PCC_Kanter_UP
Identifier: P-28-427
Scope and Contents

In this 1972 political advertisement, Democratic candidate George Stanley McGovern criticizes the incumbent president for maintaining a secretive $10 million election fund. McGovern pledges transparency in his own campaign and questions what his opponent is concealing, suggesting that such secrecy undermines the nation’s moral climate. The advertisement features McGovern speaking to audiences in various public settings.

Dates: Broadcast: 1972

Campaign Pledge-McGovern, George Stanley-[Democratic], 1972

 Item — Server 1 Unknown: Series PCC_Kanter_UP
Identifier: P-149-10682
Scope and Contents

In this 1972 political advertisement, McGovern, George Stanley criticizes Nixon’s welfare and employment policies, attributing to him the addition of four million people to the welfare rolls. Throughout the advertisement, McGovern is shown addressing diverse audiences, thereby emphasizing his appeal to the working class. The concluding slogans reinforce McGovern’s positioning as a “Democrat for the People.”

Dates: Broadcast: 1972

Campaign Pledge-McGovern, George Stanley-[Democratic], 1972

 Item — Server 1 Unknown: Series PCC_Kanter_UP
Identifier: P-317-14760
Scope and Contents

In this 1972 political advertisement, Democratic candidate George Stanley McGovern criticizes Nixon’s increase in welfare dependency and his failure to create jobs. McGovern advocates for guaranteed employment, particularly for unemployed welfare recipients. The advertisement includes scenes of public speaking and presents McGovern as a populist candidate “for the people.”

Dates: Broadcast: 1972

Campaign Pledge-McGovern, George Stanley-[Democratic], 1972

 Item — Server 1 Unknown: Series PCC_Kanter_UP
Identifier: P-317-14770
Scope and Contents

In this 1972 political advertisement, McGovern, George Stanley criticizes Richard Nixon for increasing the welfare rolls by 4 million people. McGovern promises guaranteed jobs for those whom Nixon has left unemployed and suggests utilizing welfare recipients in community improvement roles, such as street cleaning. The tagline reads, “McGovern, Democrat for the people.”

Dates: Broadcast: 1972

Change-McGovern, George Stanley-[Democratic], 1972

 Item — Server 1 Unknown: Series PCC_Kanter_UP
Identifier: P-28-423
Scope and Contents

In this 1972 political advertisement, George Stanley McGovern emphasizes his opposition to warfare and the need for environmental and housing reforms. The advertisement pledges job creation if wasteful military spending is curtailed. Set primarily in industrial areas, it highlights public participation and support for McGovern’s campaign.

Dates: Broadcast: 1972

Change-McGovern, George Stanley-[Democratic], 1972

 Item — Server 1 Unknown: Series PCC_Kanter_UP
Identifier: P-149-10664
Scope and Contents

In this 1972 political advertisement, George McGovern, George Stanley appears addressing various crowds. The advertisement criticizes current leadership, advocates for flexible decision-making based on new evidence, and encourages difficult choices for the betterment of the country. It concludes with a request for donations to support his campaign.

Dates: Broadcast: 1972