“I am not prejudiced against the Negro. When I was governor, I did more to help the Negroes in our State than any previous Governor, and I think you can find Negro leaders in the State who will attest to this fact”
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Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond was an American politician who served as a United States Senator from South Carolina. He gained notoriety in 1948 as the first sitting U.S. Senator to run for President, although he ultimately did not win the nomination. Thurmond's political career is marked by his long tenure in the Senate, where he served for 48 years, making him one of the longest-serving U.S. Senators in history. His political career is notable for his conservative stance and steadfast support for segregation. more
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