Bob Bennett (politician)
Robert Foster "Bob" Bennett (September 18, 1933 – May 4, 2016) was an American politician. He is the former United States Senator from Utah serving from January 3, 1993 through January 3, 2011. He was a member of the Republican Party. Bennett held chairmanships and senior positions on a number of key Senate committees, including the Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, Appropriations Committee, Rules and Administration Committee, Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and Joint Economic Committee.
Bob Bennett | |
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| United States Senator from Utah | |
| In office January 3, 1993 – January 3, 2011 | |
| Preceded by | Jake Garn |
| Succeeded by | Mike Lee |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Robert Foster Bennett September 18, 1933 Salt Lake City, Utah |
| Died | May 4, 2016 (aged 82) Arlington, Virginia |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Joyce McKay |
| Children | Julie Bennett Robert Bennett James Bennett Wendy Bennett Heather Bennett Heidi Bennett |
| Alma mater | University of Utah (B.S., 1957) |
| Occupation | Public relations consultant Technology Executive |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | Utah Army National Guard |
| Years of service | 1957–1969 |
| Unit | Chaplain Corps |
Bennett was a popular conservative senator for most of his tenure, earning high ratings from conservative activist groups such as the National Rifle Association of America, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and American Conservative Union.[1][2] However, in 2010 Bennett became one of the most prominent targets of the Tea Party Movement, which criticized his support of George W. Bush.[3]
Bennett died on May 4, 2016 at his home Arlington, Virginia after suffering from pancreatic cancer and a stroke.[4] He was 82 years old.
References
change- ↑ Gardner, Amy (May 9, 2010). "Tea party wins victory in Utah as incumbent GOP senator loses bid for nomination". Washington Post. Retrieved June 19, 2012.
- ↑ Zeleny, Jeff (March 25, 2010). "Political Tide Could Wash Away Utah Senator". New York Times. Retrieved June 19, 2012.
- ↑ Johnson, Kirk (May 8, 2010). "Utah Delegates Oust Three-Term G.O.P. Senator From Race". New York Times. Retrieved June 19, 2012.
- ↑ Thomas Burr (May 4, 2016). "Bob Bennett, longtime Utah senator, dies at 82". Salt Lake City Tribune.com. Retrieved May 5, 2016.
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