Bob Dole's Role In American Politics

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Bob Dole

Bob was born in Russell,KS.He was born on July 22, 1923. Bob Dole is an American politician who represented Kansas in the United States Senate from 1969-1996 and in the White House of Representatives from 1961-1969.Bob had 1 kid her name was Robin Dole. He was married to Elizabeth Dole.He is 92 years old.

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