Mazie Hirono
U.S. Senator and lawyer from Hawaii
A Japanese-American lawyer and politician, served as a U.S. Senator from Hawaii since 2013. Previously, held positions as the state's Lieutenant Governor and a member of the U.S. House of Representatives. Advocated for issues such as immigration reforms and women's rights during tenure in the Senate.
First Asian American woman elected to the Senate
Passed legislation on immigration reforms
Served as Hawaii's Lieutenant Governor
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November 3rd, 2007 18 years ago
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Lawyer and politician in the U.S.
Born
November 3rd, 1962 63 years ago
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American photographer, documentary artist
Born
November 3rd, 1903 122 years ago
Died
April 10th, 1975 51 years ago — 71 years old
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Illustrator and animator for Disney
Born
November 3rd, 1896 129 years ago
Died
April 9th, 1970 56 years ago — 73 years old
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Businessman, co-founded McCain Foods
Born
November 3rd, 1927 98 years ago
Died
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Italian Sculptor and Goldsmith
Born
November 3rd, 1500 525 years ago
Died
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