I have said what I meant and meant what I said. I have not done as well as I should like to have done, but I have done my best, frankly and forthrigh… - Adlai Stevenson II

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I have said what I meant and meant what I said. I have not done as well as I should like to have done, but I have done my best, frankly and forthrightly; no man can do more, and you are entitled to no less.

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About Adlai Stevenson II

Adlai Ewing Stevenson II (5 February 1900 – 14 July 1965) was an American politician and statesman, noted for his skill in debate and oratory; Governor of Illinois, he was twice an unsuccessful candidate for President of the United States running against Dwight D. Eisenhower (in 1952 and 1956). Under the John F. Kennedy administration, he served as United States Ambassador to the United Nations.

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Alternative Names: Adlai Ewing Stevenson II Adlai E. Stevenson II Adlai Stevenson Adlai Ewing Stevenson Adlai E. Stevenson Adlai Ewing Ferd Stevenson II
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