1972 Democratic Convention

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Description: The film captures key moments from the 1972 Democratic Convention, where Senator George McGovern is nominated for the presidency. It features speeches from notable figures, including McGovern's acceptance speech and the announcement of his running mate, Senator Tom Eagleton. McGovern emphasizes the importance of a transparent political process and the need for the nation to address its challenges with wisdom and compassion. Keywords 1972 Democratic Convention, George McGovern, nomination, Tom Eagleton, political process, acceptance speech, challenges, compassion Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.

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[Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] the name of the honorable George Corley Wallace The Honorable Shirley chittum and I nominate Senator George McGovern for the presidency of the United States Illinois the great state of Illinois 30 and one half votes for Senator scoop Jackson 30 and a half 30 and A2 and9 votes for the next President George M I accept your nomination with a full and grateful heart this afternoon I crossed the wide Missouri to recommend a running mate of wide vision and deep compassion senator Tom Eagleton my nomination is all the more precious in that is the gift of the most open political process in all of our political history and this is the time it is the time for this land to become again a witness to the world for what is just and Noble in human Affairs so let us close on this note may God grant each one of us the wisdom to cherish this good land and to meet the great challenge that beckons us home and now is the time to meet that challenge good night and godp speed to you all [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] h [Applause] [Music]

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