Yet. with characteristic conscientiousness. he relinquished an active participation in his law firm when the citizens of the 38th Congressional District first elected him their representative in 1946. and he devoted himself to his Washington duties with full vigor. He served consecutively in the House for six terms. and in 1959. invested with the purplebordered toga of an eminence gained by diligence and skill. he took his place in the Senate of the United States. He has distinguished himself in public service as an ardent internationalist and a firm supporter of the United Nations. an advocate of liberalized immigration laws. and a militant defender of civil rights. In two World Wars he served with brilliance and valor. earning decorations from this Nation and from Great Britain as well. and now holds the rank of brigadier general. Mr.
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