Is Eugene McCarthy A-List?
No — Eugene McCarthy is currently ranked D tier — a minor public figure with limited fame outside a small audience.
Reached A-list in 1968
Presidential Campaign Against Johnson
Lost A-list status in 1968
Dropped to B tier — Withdraws from Presidential Race
Ranking Timeline
Elected to House of Representatives
Begins his career in Congress as a member of the House.
Elected to the Senate
Moves to the Senate, increasing his political influence.
Presidential Campaign Against Johnson
Launches a campaign against Johnson, significantly impacting the election.
Withdraws from Presidential Race
Ended his campaign for president.
Final Presidential Run
Runs for president again, but with little success.
Death in Washington D.C.
Eugene McCarthy passes away.
Remembered Anti-War Voice
Remembered for his anti-Vietnam War stance; influence has diminished.
Last updated: February 23, 2026