Carte Goodwin
Former U.S. Senator from West Virginia
Born
February 27th, 1974
51 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a United States Senator representing West Virginia in 2010. Appointed to fill the vacancy left by the death of Senator Robert Byrd. His term lasted for several months before the next election. Worked in the law sector and was engaged in various public service roles prior to the Senate appointment.
Served as U.S. Senator from West Virginia
Filled the vacancy left by Robert Byrd
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