Former US senator from Oklahoma Fred Harris dies at 94
Published On : 2024-11-24T11:32:46+0530 [ IST ] |
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Fred Harris, known for his work as a US senator and advocate for Democratic Party reforms died on Saturday at the age of 94. His wife Margaret Elliston confirmed his death.
He passed away peacefully early this morning of natural causes. He was 94. He was a wonderful and beloved man. His memory is a blessing
Harris represented Oklahoma in the US Senate for eight years beginning in 1964 when he filled a vacant seat. He became chairman of the Democratic National Committee in 1969 and remained in that position through 1970. During this time he worked to unite the party following internal conflicts at the Democratic National
After leaving the Senate Harris relocated to New Mexico in 1976 teaching political science at the University of New Mexico and authored or edited over a dozen books. He focused primarily on politics and Congress later exploring fiction with a mystery novel set in Oklahoma during the Great Depression.
Throughout his career Harris advocated for civil rights and anti-poverty programs consistently supporting policies designed to assist minorities and disadvantaged populations.
Source : Reporters From Sunrise Chronicles
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Fred Harris, known for his work as a US senator and advocate for Democratic Party reforms died on Saturday at the age of 94. His wife Margaret Elliston confirmed his death.
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