Otis G. Pike
American politician and judge
Born
August 31st, 1921
103 years ago
Died
January 20th, 2014
11 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York from 1971 to 1979. Prior to his congressional service, held various roles in public office, including as a judge in the State Supreme Court. From 1975 until 1979, chaired the House Select Committee on Intelligence, overseeing intelligence operations and the Church Committee's investigations. His legislative focus included civil rights and governmental transparency.
Served in the U.S. House of Representatives
Chaired the House Select Committee on Intelligence
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