George S. Benson
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George Stuart Benson (September 26, 1898—December 15, 1991)[1] was an American missionary, college administrator, and conservative political activist. After fleeing communist uprisings in China as a missionary, Benson became an anticommunist and conservative activist, taking stances against the New Deal, and later, racial integration. Benson served for many years as the president of Harding College, and oversaw a large propaganda network through his National Education Program, which sponsored short cartoons, "Freedom Forums" (gatherings of business people to promote the American way), and lecture tours for Benson.
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George Stuart Benson | |
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Born | (1898-09-26)September 26, 1898 |
Died | December 15, 1991(1991-12-15) (aged 93) |
Resting place | Oak Grove Cemetery, Searcy, Arkansas |
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | Harding College |
Occupation(s) | Missionary College administrator Conservative political activist |
Spouse(s) | Sally Ellis Hockaday, Marguerite O’Banion |
Children | Two daughters |
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