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1984

Gephardt becomes Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus

Gephardt decides not to run for the Senate. He wins election over David Obey (D-WI) to become the youngest person elected as Chair of the House Democratic Caucus and the only one to be elected unanimously.

Image Sources:

  • RAG1099AM (statement) Gephardt Congressional Papers Box 954 f.12
  • RAG1100AM (statement) Gephardt Congressional Papers Box 954 f.12
  • RAG1101AM (floor statement) Gephardt Congressional Papers Box 954 f.12
  • RAG1107AM (floor statement) Gephardt Congressional Papers Box 954 f.12