congressman

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A former Oklahoma congressman named Dave McCurdy said that Muslim fundamentalists had been convening in the area.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

That congressman was Gerald Ford, who went on to be president.

From Barron's • Apr. 18, 2026

When news initially broke of Gonzales’ alleged affair, the congressman claimed that he was the victim of an extortion plot.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

After football, he became a congressman in the Buffalo area and, later, presidential candidate Bob Dole’s choice to join his Republican ticket as his vice presidential running mate.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Big Ma couldn’t believe the people in New York voted Shirley Chisholm in as their congressman.

From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia