On the recordNovember 27, 1977
The unexpected death of Senator John L. McClellan deprives the Senate of a resolute and gifted lawmaker.
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presidency.ucsb.eduThe unexpected death of Senator John L. McClellan deprives the Senate of a resolute and gifted lawmaker.
Statement on the Death of Senator John L. McClellan
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