Dole Institute of Politics

The late Bob Dole would have turned 100 years old on July 22. We looked back on his life and legacy as a U.S. Senator, Republican presidential nominee and native Kansan.

Russell, Kansas, prepares to bid farewell to its native son whose life of public service had its root in the small town.

On Sunday, December 5th, former U.S. Senator from Kansas Bob Dole passed away at the age of 98.

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