Hubert H. Humphrey

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Hubert H. Humphrey

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth May 27, 1911
Date of Death Jan. 13, 1978 (Age: 66)
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Personal Background

Hubert H. Humphrey demonstrated a robust educational foundation, graduating magna cum laude in political science and earning a master's degree. He began his career in public service and academia, transitioning to local politics where he served as mayor of Minneapolis. His leadership in civil rights was evident early on, as he played a pivotal role in merging the Democratic and Farmer-Labor parties and advocating for civil rights at the 1948 Democratic National Convention. Humphrey's legislative achievements were significant, particularly in civil rights and humanitarian efforts, though his support for the Vietnam War later drew criticism.

Political Ideas

Hubert H. Humphrey's political identity is marked by his unwavering advocacy for civil rights and progressive social policies, despite his eventual support for the Vietnam War. His legislative record reveals a strategic alignment with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Humphrey's rhetorical style combines passionate oratory with a pragmatic flexibility, evident in his shift from opposing to supporting the Vietnam War.

Campaigns
1976: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senator from Minnesota

1,290,736 votes (67.51%)

Win
1970: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senator from Minnesota

788,256 votes (57.75%)

Win
1968: U.S.A. President

Election History

U.S.A. President

31,271,839 votes (42.70%)

Loss

Winner: Richard M. Nixon

1964: U.S.A. Vice President
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Vice President

43,129,040 votes (61.10%)

Win
1960: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senator from Minnesota

884,168 votes (57.53%)

Win
1954: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senator from Minnesota

642,193 votes (56.39%)

Win
1948: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senator from Minnesota

729,494 votes (59.78%)

Win
1944: Minneapolis City Mayor
ELECTED

Election History

35th Mayor of Minneapolis

Win