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Barry Morris GolduoterSenator, presidential candidate
Date of Birth: 02.01.1909
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Barry Morris Goldwater
Barry Morris Goldwater was an American politician, senator, and candidate for the presidency. He consistently held anti-communist views, which often made him a symbol of aggressive US policies in the Soviet press. Goldwater served as a senator from Arizona from 1953 to 1965 and again from 1969 to 1987. He was a World War II veteran and retired as a major general. Goldwater was known for his staunchly conservative beliefs.
Presidential Candidacy and Political Career
In 1964, Goldwater ran as the Republican Party's candidate for the presidency. However, he faced a significant defeat, receiving only 38% of the popular vote and winning just 52 electoral votes. Goldwater only carried his home state of Arizona and five southern states. His opponent, Democrat Lyndon Johnson, emerged as the victor. Goldwater's anti-communist rhetoric, in which he saw "red" conspiracies everywhere, attracted attention from linguists and cognitive psychologists. They analyzed his worldview and the various rhetorical strategies he employed. One notable study on Goldwater's belief and knowledge systems was conducted by R. P. Abelson in 1979.
Evolution of Views
Over time, Goldwater's views softened to some extent. By the mid-1980s, he began expressing support for the rights of the LGBT community and criticizing staunch opponents of abortion. Goldwater's successor in the Arizona Senate seat was John McCain.
In Soviet press, Goldwater was often portrayed as a symbol of US aggressive policies due to his consistently anti-communist views.
