Nancy Kassebaum

American politician with Senate leadership

Nancy Kassebaum - American politician with Senate leadership
Born

July 29th, 1932
93 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Elected to the U.S. Senate in 1978, served Kansas for three terms until 1997. First woman from Kansas to hold this position, played a significant role in health care reform and was a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Participated in various international delegations, advocating for global health initiatives. After leaving the Senate, engaged in philanthropic efforts and continued involvement in political discourse.

First woman elected to the U.S. Senate from Kansas

Served on Senate Foreign Relations Committee

Advocated for health care reform

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