McGovern-Eagleton '72: A Crazy Train Wreck - Paperback

by CL Gammon (Author)

On July 13, 1972, Democratic Party nominee for President George McGovern made the single worst choice of a running mate in the history of the United States. On that day, he selected Missouri Senator Thomas A. Eagleton to share the national ticket with him. This disastrous decision destroyed any slight chance McGovern may have had of running a competitive race against incumbent President Richard Nixon. This is the story of that selection and its aftermath.

Author Biography

CL Gammon has had a life-long fascination with American history and with the written word. These joint fascinations have led to his becoming an award winning and bestselling author of more than twenty-five books. Gammon, who studied Political Science at Tennessee Technological University and History and Government at Hillsdale College, has entertained and educated readers for more than a decade. Several universities, including the State University of New York and the University of Akron, have employed his books as course material. In addition, Gammon is a frequent contributor to the American Third Party Report. Gammon lives in Lafayette, Tennessee with his family.