David Durenberger

American politician (1934–2023)

David Ferdinand Durenberger (August 19, 1934 – January 31, 2023) was an American politician. He was born in St. Cloud, Minnesota. He served as a Republican member of the U.S. Senate from Minnesota from November 8, 1978 to January 3, 1995.

Dave Durenberger
United States Senator
from Minnesota
In office
November 8, 1978 – January 3, 1995
Preceded byMuriel Humphrey
Succeeded byRod Grams
Personal details
Born
David Ferdinand Durenberger

(1934-08-19)August 19, 1934
St. Cloud, Minnesota, U.S.
DiedJanuary 31, 2023(2023-01-31) (aged 88)
St. Paul, Minnesota, U.S.
Political partyRepublican (before 2005)
Independent (2005–2023)
Spouse(s)Judy Durenberger (Deceased)
Susan Foote
EducationSaint John's University, Minnesota (BA)
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (JD)
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/service United States Army
Years of service1956–1963

Durenberger endorsed former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for the 2016 presidential election.[1] He also supported former Vice President Joe Biden's campaign for the 2020 presidential election.[2]

Durenberger died on January 31, 2023 at his home in Saint Paul, Minnesota from heart failure at the age of 88.[3]

References change

  1. Mali, Meghashyam (2016-08-10). "Clinton touts slew of new GOP endorsements". TheHill. Retrieved 2017-07-08.
  2. Solender, Andrew (August 20, 2020). "All the Republicans who have endorsed Joe Biden for president". Forbes. Retrieved August 20, 2020.
  3. Former Minnesota Sen. Dave Durenberger dies at 88

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