【美国人物志】本杰明·斯伯克 (6/8)

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本杰明·斯伯克（Benjamin Spock），1903——1998，美国著名儿科医生。
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Richard NixonDuring the 1950s, Doctor Spock became famous. He wrote several other books. He wrote articles for a number of magazines. He appeared on television programs. He taught at several universities. And he gave speeches around the country to talk to parents about their concerns.
During this time, he discovered things he wanted to change in the book. He wanted to make sure parents knew they should have control over their children and expect cooperation from them. So, in 1957 the second version of the book was published. He continued to make changes to "Baby and Child Care" throughout his life. In all, there have been seven versions of the book.
In the 1960s, Benjamin Spock began to be active in politics. He supported John F. Kennedy in his campaign for president. He joined a group opposed to the development of nuclear weapons.
Doctor Spock also took part in demonstrations to protest the Vietnam War. In 1968, he was found guilty of plotting to aid men who were refusing to join the American armed forces.