John Danforth
American politician and diplomat
Born
September 5th, 1936
89 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 24th United States Ambassador to the United Nations from 2001 to 2004. Represented Missouri in the U.S. Senate from 1976 to 1995. Focused on foreign policy and international relations during diplomatic tenure. Prior to political career, worked as an attorney and joined the U.S. Army as a reserve officer.
Served as U.S. Ambassador to the UN
Represented Missouri in the Senate
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