Warren G. Magnuson Rank
About Warren G. Magnuson
For 6 terms, Magnuson represented the state of Washington in Congress. A member of the Democratic Party, the politician was a long-term advocate of the Washington Sea Grants and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Early Life & Education
Raised by a set of Swedish foster parents, he attended the University of North Dakota and University of Washington Law School.
Career Highlights
The highlight of his political career included winning the Democratic primary and the general elections in 1936 to become a member of the Washington House of Representatives. During his tenure as a senator, he helped author the 1964 Civil Rights Act and helped enact it into law. He vigorously defended consumer protection legislation, and by pushing for the Columbia and Snake River Dams, he championed the generation of electric power in the Pacific Northwest.
Personal Life
He married his second wife Jermaine Elliot Peralta in 1964. They remained married until he died.
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F.A.Q. about Warren G. Magnuson
When is his birthday?
Warren G. Magnuson's birthday is on April 12, 1905.
In how many days is his birthday?
Warren's birthday is in 352 days
How old was Warren when he died?
He was 84 years old.
When did he die?
He died in May 20, 1989.
How old would he be today?
Warren G. Magnuson would be 119 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Warren from?
He was born in Moorhead, Minnesota, U.S..