Philip Ruppe
American politician
Philip Edward Ruppe (born September 29, 1926) is an American politician. He is a member of the Republican Party. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1967 to 1979 before running, unsuccessfully for the United States Senate in 1982.
Philip Edward Ruppe | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan's 11th district | |
| In office January 3, 1967 – January 3, 1979 | |
| Preceded by | Raymond F. Clevenger |
| Succeeded by | Robert W. Davis |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 29, 1926 Laurium, Michigan |
| Political party | Republican |
| Alma mater | Central Michigan University University of Michigan |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Navy |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
He is a Korean War veteran, having served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy. After leaving the U.S. House, Ruppe became active in business before running for election, without success, to the 103rd Congress.
Other websites change
- United States Congress. "Philip Ruppe (id: R000512)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
- The Political Graveyard
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