Robert M. La Follette: Quick Facts
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| Also Known As | Robert Marion La Follette |
|---|---|
| Born | June 14, 1855 • Wisconsin |
| Died | June 18, 1925 (aged 70) • Washington, D.C. • United States |
| Title / Office | United States Senate (1906-1925), United States • governor (1901-1906), Wisconsin • House of Representatives (1885-1891), United States |
| Founder | “The Progressive” |
| Political Affiliation | Progressive Party • Republican Party |
| Role In | United States presidential election of 1908 • United States presidential election of 1924 |
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