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Senator from US Congress district SD-RI
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Sheldon Whitehouse, born October 20, 1955, in New York City, is a distinguished Democratic Senator representing the state of Rhode Island in the U.S. Congress. He earned a Bachelor’s degree from Harvard College and a J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School. First elected to the Senate in 2006, Whitehouse has become a leading voice on climate change, healthcare reform, and campaign finance reform. His commitment to transparency and accountability in government has defined his tenure. As a prominent member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and the Senate Finance Committee, Whitehouse continues to advocate for progressive policies that aim to improve the lives of all Americans.read less
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