Politicians born on February 5

Take a focused look at the politicians born on February 5. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1900 Adlai Stevenson

  Adlai Stevenson II was an American politician and diplomat who served as the 31st Governor of Illinois and twice as the Democratic nominee for President of the United States in the 1950s. He later served as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations during the administration of President John F. Kennedy. [bio]