Walter Mondale
Walter Mondale was an American politician and lawyer who served as the 42nd Vice President of the United States under President Jimmy Carter from 1977 to 1981. A member of the Democratic Party, Mondale was known for his progressive policies and was the first presidential candidate to select a woman, Geraldine Ferraro, as his running mate in 1984. He ran unsuccessfully for the presidency in that year, losing to Ronald Reagan in a historic landslide. Mondale's political career was marked by his advocacy for social justice, civil rights, and a strong welfare state.
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Walter Mondale was the eventual nominee who finished ahead of Jesse Jackson in the 1984 Democratic race.
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Walter Mondale was the Democratic nominee for President in 1984 and served as Vice President under Jimmy Carter.
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Walter Mondale is mentioned in a documentary discussing Jimmy Carter's frugality during his presidency.
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