Dirksen,Everett McKinley

Dirksen,Everett McKinley
Dirk·sen (dûrkʹsən), Everett McKinley. 1896-1969.
American politician who represented Illinois in the U.S. Congress (1933-1969) and was known for his flamboyant oratory.

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