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1972, McGovern vs. Nixon: Failure Comes Easy At Times Like This

1972, McGovern vs. Nixon: Failure Comes Easy At Times Like This

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In a contest largely defined by the Vietnam War, Republican President Richard Nixon fights to keep the White House out of the hands of Democratic nominee Senator George McGovern. In order to give Nixon a run for his money, McGovern and his anti-war message must survive a political scandal that threatens to bring McGovern’s judgment and leadership skills into question.

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1972, McGovern vs. Nixon: Failure Comes Easy At Times Like This

1972, McGovern vs. Nixon: Failure Comes Easy At Times Like This

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