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Kerr Scott Death Highlights Toll on Congress
The death of Sen. W. Kerr Scott of North Carolina from a heart attack underscores the high mortality among lawmakers. Scott was a 62 when he died, part of the 14th casualty in the 85th Congress, with Roll Call noting a rate of one member dying every six weeks. The piece reflects on tenure, seniority, and the lure of continued service in Congress.
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Arthur Edson
Associated Press
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Washington
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W. Kerr Scott
North Carolina
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Burlington
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Roll Call
Capitol Hill
Joe McCarthy
Wisconsin
Matthew Neely
West Virginia