Bob Dole, Longtime Senator, Republican Leader, Dies at 98

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Dole had announced in February that he was being treated for advanced lung cancer. He had suffered a series of health ailments in previous years. He served for 27 years as a U.S. senator from Kansas, including two stints as the Senate majority leader. He also served as President Gerald Ford's running mate in 1976.

8 months ago·Washington, United States

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