Hundreds of former staff, supporters and friends came to Washington July 13-14 to honor George McGovern and celebrate the 35th anniversary of his nomination for President. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi headlined the campaign reunion reception in the Cannon Caucus Room Friday evening. Bob Woodward, Carl Bernstein, David Broder, and Gary Hart were lead speakers at a birthday celebration the next day. It followed a morning symposium on the McGovern legacy on nutrition and fighting world hunger. McGovern addressed the crowds at all three events. More than $100,000 has been raised for the McGovern Legacy Fund.

To see some of Stuart Bratesman's pictures of the events, click here.

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