Henrik Shipstead
American politician and dentist
Born
Died
1960
65 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Born in 1881, Shipstead practiced as a dentist before entering politics. Elected as a U.S. Senator from Minnesota, Shipstead served from 1923 to 1941. His tenure was marked by a focus on farmers' rights and support for rural issues. In the Senate, he aligned with progressive causes and opposed certain endorsements of military intervention during his time in office.
Served as U.S. Senator from Minnesota
Advocated for farmers' rights
Opposed military intervention
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