In Memoriam

Harper’s Magazine is deeply saddened by the recent deaths of two good friends. George McGovern had served on the Harper’s Magazine Foundation board of directors since 1990, Nikolai Stevenson from 1983 until earlier this year; both brought insight and wisdom to their positions. Although McGovern was best known for his political career, he was also a serious writer and historian who frequently contributed to Harper’s. Stevenson, a successful businessman, provided crucial advice and support during the early years of the magazine’s redevelopment. Both men served with distinction during World War II—McGovern as a bomber pilot, Stevenson, who earned…