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Al Gore, a name synonymous with environmental activism, had his roots in politics. Born on March 31, 1948, Gore was raised in Washington D.C., where he was exposed to the political atmosphere from an early age. His father, Albert Gore Sr., was a U.S. Representative and Senator from Tennessee, a legacy that Al Gore would continue. Graduating with a degree in government from Harvard University in 1969, Gore made his entry into politics as a U.S. Representative in 1976. He served as a representative until 1985, then moved onto the U.S. Senate until 1993.
Gore's political career reached its zenith when he became the Vice President of the United States under President Bill Clinton in 1993. He served two terms as Vice President, during which he was deeply involved in several policy decisions, particularly those related to the environment. However, despite his successful political journey, Gore is perhaps best known for his work on climate change. Post his vice-presidency, he dedicated himself to raising awareness about global warming, turning into a global advocate for environmental issues.
In 2006, Gore released An Inconvenient Truth, a documentary focusing on the dangers of climate change. This film, which was both critically acclaimed and commercially successful, catapulted Gore to international fame as an environmentalist. His efforts were recognized globally when he was co-awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007, alongside the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), for their collective efforts to disseminate knowledge about man-made climate change and to lay the foundations for counteracting such change. With a life marked by relentless service, Al Gore stands as a testament to the power of conviction and dedication.
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