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Richard Ottinger, 97, Dies; Fought for the Environment in Congress

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Richard Ottinger, 97, Dies; Fought for the Environment in Congress
A New York Democrat, he spent 16 years in the House over two stretches, beginning in 1965, championing the health of the Hudson River and opposing the Vietnam War.
Extracted Claims
  • Richard Ottinger died at age 97.

    Confidence: 60%

  • Richard Ottinger was a New York Democrat.

    Confidence: 60%

  • Richard Ottinger spent 16 years in the House of Representatives.

    Confidence: 60%

  • Richard Ottinger's time in the House was over two stretches.

    Confidence: 60%

  • Richard Ottinger began his time in the House in 1965.

    Confidence: 60%

  • Richard Ottinger championed the health of the Hudson River.

    Confidence: 60%

  • Richard Ottinger opposed the Vietnam War.

    Confidence: 60%

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Richard Ottinger(person)New York(location)Hudson River(location)