Vance Hartke

American politician and lawyer

Vance Hartke - American politician and lawyer
Born

1919
106 years ago

Died

July 27th, 2003
22 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Indiana from 1949 to 1975. During tenure, focused on issues such as urban development and civil rights. Contributed to the establishment of various infrastructure projects in Indiana. After leaving Congress, continued involvement in legal and political matters until death in 2003.

Served in the United States House of Representatives

Championed urban development initiatives

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