Estes Kefauver

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Estes Kefauver

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth July 26, 1903
Date of Death Aug. 10, 1963 (Age: 60)
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Personal Background

Estes Kefauver holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Tennessee and a Bachelor of Laws from Yale Law School, cum laude. He practiced law in Chattanooga, where he became a partner in a prominent firm. Kefauver transitioned to public service, holding a key position in state government before being elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. His career demonstrates a progression from private sector expertise to significant leadership roles in government.

Political Ideas

Estes Kefauver's political identity is marked by a distinctive blend of progressive economic policies and environmental stewardship. He championed antitrust legislation and fair labor practices, yet simultaneously promoted conservation efforts and sustainable resource management. This juxtaposition hints at a calculated strategy to balance industrial interests with ecological preservation. Kefauver's rhetorical style likely emphasized the long-term benefits of these seemingly disparate policies, suggesting an ideologically agile approach.

Campaigns
1960: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senator from Tennessee

594,460 votes (71.75%)

Win
1956: U.S.A. Vice President

Election History

U.S.A. Vice President

26,028,028 votes (42.00%)

Loss

Winner: Richard M. Nixon

1954: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senator from Tennessee

249,121 votes (69.96%)

Win
1948: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senator from Tennessee

326,142 votes (65.33%)

Win
1946: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee's 3rd district

Win
1944: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee's 3rd district

Win
1942: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee's 3rd district

Win
1940: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee's 3rd district

Win
1938: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee's 3rd district

Win