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In 1972, US Senator Thomas Eagleton was compelled to step down as a Presidential candidate s runningmate due to his past history of seeking treatment for depression.

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In 1972, US Senator Thomas Eagleton was compelled to step down as a Presidential candidate’s runningmate due to his past history of seeking treatment for depression.

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