Edward Zorinsky
American politician (1928–1987) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Edward Zorinsky (November 11, 1928 – March 6, 1987) was an American politician who served as a Democrat in the U.S. Senate from 1976 until his death in 1987.[2][3] He represented Nebraska and had previously served as mayor of Omaha, elected as a Republican. He was the first Jew elected to statewide office in Nebraska.[4]
Quick Facts United States Senator from Nebraska, Preceded by ...
Edward Zorinsky | |
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United States Senator from Nebraska | |
In office December 28, 1976 – March 6, 1987 | |
Preceded by | Roman Hruska |
Succeeded by | David Karnes |
Mayor of Omaha | |
In office 1973–1976 | |
Preceded by | Eugene A. Leahy |
Succeeded by | Robert Cunningham |
Personal details | |
Born | (1928-11-11)November 11, 1928 Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. |
Died | March 6, 1987(1987-03-06) (aged 58) Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. |
Resting place | Beth El Cemetery Ralston, Nebraska |
Political party | Republican (before 1976) Democratic (1976–1987) |
Spouse | Cecile "Cece" Rottman[1] |
Alma mater | University of Minnesota Creighton University University of Nebraska Harvard University |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1949–1962 |
Unit | Reserves |
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