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Also Known As Samuel James Ervin, Jr.
Born September 27, 1896 • Morganton • North Carolina
Died April 23, 1985 (aged 88) • (Anniversary in 2 days)
Title / Office United States Senate (1954-1974), United States
Political Affiliation Democratic Party
Role In Watergate scandal

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