Shriver Eager to Accept McGovern Running Mate Role
Shriver waited in wings as Muskie considered the vice presidency. McGovern aides pressed for a decision while Shriver’s backers mobilized in Congress and at the Kennedy compound, signaling a possible selection if Muskie declined.
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Shriver named to McGovern ticket replacing Eagleton
The 56 year old Shriver accepted McGovern’s offer to run for the Senate this fall replacing Thomas Eagleton. He has long linked to the Kennedy and Johnson administrations and campaigned for Democratic candidates in 1970. He is married to Eunice Kennedy and has five children. The Shrivers live in Chicago Rockville Md and Cape Cod.
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