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Also Known As Joseph Raymond McCarthy
Born November 14, 1908 • near Appleton • Wisconsin
Died May 2, 1957 (aged 48) • Bethesda • Maryland • (Anniversary in 7 days)
Title / Office United States Senate (1947-1957), United States
Political Affiliation Republican Party
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