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Joe Lieberman, Ex-Senator and VP Nominee, Passes at 82

Mar 27, 2024 1 min read

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Joe Lieberman, a prominent figure in American politics who served as a U.S. Senator from Connecticut and was the Democratic vice presidential nominee in 2000, has died at the age of 82 due to complications from a fall. Known for his bipartisan approach, Lieberman was elected to the Senate in 1989 and became the first Jewish candidate on a major party's national ticket when he joined Al Gore's presidential campaign.

Throughout his political career, Lieberman was recognized for his independent streak, which led to both criticism and praise from various political factions. He was a Democrat-turned-independent who did not shy away from challenging his party, evidenced by his public criticism of President Bill Clinton during the Monica Lewinsky scandal and his endorsement of Republican Senator John McCain in the 2008 presidential race. Lieberman's support for the Iraq War, as well as his advocacy for civil rights, gay rights, abortion rights, and environmental causes, highlighted his complex and sometimes contradictory political positions.

After losing the Democratic primary in 2006, Lieberman won reelection as an independent with support from some Republican allies. He retired from the Senate in 2013, leaving behind a legacy of urging bipartisan cooperation to break political gridlock in Washington. Lieberman also co-founded No Labels, an organization aimed at promoting centrist policies and overcoming partisan divisions. His funeral is set to be held at Congregation Agudath Sholom in Stamford, Connecticut.

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