Peggy Wallace Kennedy : My father , George Wallace , might have backed Barack Obama . Anti - segregationist Wallace sought absolution for his earlier actions , daughter said . and I could n't help myself but to drive up here and let you know how much me and my whole family loved both of your parents . She says Obama will help heal the nation after wounds of racism and civil war .
Peggy Wallace Kennedy : My father , George Wallace , might have backed Barack Obama . Anti - segregationist Wallace sought absolution for his earlier actions , daughter said . She says Obama will help heal the nation after wounds of racism and civil war .