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2011 McGovern Conference

The Plains Political Tradition: South Dakota's Political Culture

“We may not be able to change the past but we can help to shape the future” – George McGovern

10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sherman Center, Dakota Wesleyan University
Mitchell, S.D.
Nov. 14, 2011

The 2011 McGovern Conference will explore the unique political history, traditions and culture of a state that continues to create some our nation’s most notable statesmen while confounding national political pundits. Anyone who loves politics can’t afford to miss this conference.

Online registration will be available Sept. 1, 2011.

Sen. George McGovern will be available at the post conference author party to autograph his new book, which will be released on Nov. 10.

Contact Dr. Don Simmons at 605.995.2937 for additional program and registration details.

The 2011 McGovern Conference is funded in part by a grant from the South Dakota Humanities Council.

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