Speeches, 1961-1968.

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Speeches, 1961-1968.

Primarily copies of speeches prepared for delivery by Alabama Governor George C. Wallace between 1961 and 1965; includes also biographical information, copies of interviews, statements, and telegrams.

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Wallace, George C. (George Corley), 1919-1998

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George Corley Wallace Jr. (August 25, 1919 – September 13, 1998) was an American politician who served as the 45th Governor of Alabama for four terms. He is best remembered for his staunch segregationist and populist views. During his tenure, he promoted "low-grade industrial development, low taxes, and trade schools". He sought the United States presidency as a Democrat three times, and once as an American Independent Party candidate, unsuccessfully each time. Wallace notoriously opposed deseg...