Adlai Stevenson, Speech to the A Quotes
A collection of quotes by Adlai Stevenson, Speech to the A.
Adlai Stevenson was an American politician and diplomat who served as the 31st Governor of Illinois from 1949 to 1953. He gained national prominence as the Democratic Party's nominee for President in 1952 and 1956, running unsuccessfully against Dwight D. Eisenhower. Stevenson's "Speech to the A" refers to his address to the American Association for the Advancement of Science in 1954, where he emphasized the importance of scientific research and the role of the United States in promoting global peace and cooperation. His eloquent speaking style and intellectualism made him a prominent figure in American politics during the mid-20th century.