Sam Ervin
American politician and lawyer, Watergate
Born
September 27th, 1896
128 years ago
Died
April 23rd, 1985
40 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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This American lawyer and politician served as a U.S. Senator from North Carolina from 1954 to 1974. Ervin played a significant role as chair of the Senate Watergate Committee, overseeing the investigation into the Watergate scandal during the early 1970s. His work during the hearings brought national attention to the event and to issues of government accountability and transparency. Following his time in the Senate, Ervin remained active in public life, contributing to discussions on civil rights and government reform.
Chair of the Senate Watergate Committee
Served as U.S. Senator from North Carolina
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