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Yes, Senator Robert Byrd was a member of the Ku Klux Klan in his early years. He joined the Klan in the 1940s and held a leadership position within a local chapter. Byrd later distanced himself from his past affiliations and expressed regret for his involvement, emphasizing his commitment to civil rights in his later political career.
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Who is the longest serving senator?
Robert Byrd
More facts about Robert C Byrd.?
Robert C. Byrd is the longest serving U.S. Senator.
How many terms did robert c byrd serve?
Robert C. Byrd served as a U.S. Senator for 51 years. He was the longest-serving U.S. Senator in history.
Who is the senior US Senator of the entire US?
Robert Byrd.
How did Senator Robert C Byrd die?
heart stopped.
How old was West Virginia Senator Robert Byrd when he died?
He was 92. Born on November 20, 1917 and died June 28, 2010.
Which political party was supported by the Ku Klux Klan and The White League?
The Democrat party was the primary supporter of the KKK. In fact, Democrat Senator Robert Byrd of West Virginia was once the Grand Kleagle of the Klan.
How long does the replacement senator serve after Robert byrd dies?
the rest of his term.
Who is the Presidential Pro Tempore of The Senate now in 2009?
Senator Robert Byrd of West Virginia.
Who is the longest serving senator in the US?
As of August 2014, Patrick Leahy is the longest currently serving Senator, having first been elected in 1974. Overall, Robert Byrd was the longest serving Senator, at 51 years.
When did Senator Robert C Byrd- who holds the record as the longest-serving member of Congress- die?
June 28, 2010
Who is your new senator for West Virginia?
Joe Manchin (D) was elected to finish the late Robert C. Byrd's term.
