The longest serving member of the House of Representatives (currently, AND in House history) is announcing his retirement. John Dingell has served in the House since 1955. He was elected in a special election for the seat his father had held since 1932. Whilst studying for his law degree he served as a Capitol elevator operator.
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- J David Morgan
- Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
- Retired. An experienced lecturer, tutor and researcher with practical experience of working in the UK and European Parliaments. I have a keen academic and practical interest in the workings of both the UK Parliament and the US Congress. Over the years I have broadcast on both British and US Politics for BBC local radio stations and presented Platform:MK, Heritage:MK & Heritage Matters on Milton Keynes based Community Radio Stations.
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