Dole's Last Bid for the Presidency Faces Aging Hurdles
A legacy biography of Bob Dole portrays the Kansas senator, a war veteran paralyzed in World War II, as he pursues one final presidential run. It notes his disabilities, decades in Congress, and his evolving political positions, while detailing family roots in Russell and key supporters urging his candidacy.
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Dole
Jack Faris
National Federation of Independent Business
George Bush
Senate
Army
Bologna
Cole
Michigan
Hampar Kelikian
Dale
Macey
Dole’s long political arc and 1980s presidential bid
The piece chronicles Bob Dole’s career from early allies and missteps to 1988 when he won Iowa’s caucuses but failed to clinch New Hampshire. It notes his strained 1980 campaign, leadership roles, and enduring White House ambitions, with reflections from Lyn Nofziger and Joan Woelk on his drive and social views.
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Lyn Nofziger
Ronald Reagan
Reagan
Nofaiger
Iowa
Bush
New Hampshire
Joan Woelk
White House
Warren G Harding Era Politician Profile Summary
A biographical snapshot covers a 72 year old figure born July 22 1923 with ties to the Kansas and Washburn University education path. It notes military service 1943 48 with two Bronze Stars, long Senate career since 1969, and roles including Senate majority and minority leader and Republican presidential candidate in 1976. Family includes spouse Elizabeth and a daughter Robin. Salary listed at 133600 and assets between 2.7 and 3.1 million.
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Bob Lidle
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Pancho Via
Bessie Smith
University of Kansas, Majonng
Washburn University
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Amy
Kansas
Russell Coury
House
U.S. Senate
Charman
Republcan
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Robin
United Methodist
Associated Press
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