Frank Karsten

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Frank M. Karsten

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth January 7, 1913
Date of Death May 14, 1992 (Age: 79)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Frank Karsten graduated from Beaumont High School and earned an LL.B. from National University. He began his career as a staff assistant for Congressman John J. Cochran. Karsten was elected to Congress in 1946 and served for 22 years, during which he demonstrated a commitment to civil rights legislation. He also represented the United States in international forums, including the General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs conference in Geneva and the British-American Parliamentary Conference.

Political Ideas

Frank Karsten's political career is marked by a blend of progressive civil rights advocacy and unexpected policy stances, such as his reported sighting of a flying saucer. His support for landmark civil rights legislation, including the Civil Rights Acts and the Voting Rights Act, contrasts with his non-participation in the Southern Manifesto, revealing a complex ideological positioning. Karsten's international engagements, including participation in trade and parliamentary conferences, suggest a global outlook that complements his domestic policy record.

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1966: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 1st District

63.90% of vote

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1964: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 1st District

76.90% of vote

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1962: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 1st District

70.70% of vote

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1960: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 1st District

70.80% of vote

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1958: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 1st District

75.80% of vote

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1956: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 1st District

66.30% of vote

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1954: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 1st District

66.30% of vote

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1952: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 1st District

64.20% of vote

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1950: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Missouri House of Representatives 13th District

68.20% of vote

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