Theodore G. Bilbo
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About
Segregationist senator from Mississippi from 1935 to 1947 and member of the Klu Klux Klan who was known for his fiery, racist rhetoric. He also served his state as it's Governor from 1916 to 1920 and then again from 1928 to 1932.
Before Fame
He won a seat on the Mississippi state senate on a platform of white supremacy, and carried it with him to Congress.
Trivia
In the U.S. Senate, he blocked all attempts at promoting civil rights for African-Americans, on the basis of preserving racial purity.
Family Life
He was born in Poplarville, Mississippi and married twice.
Associated With
He had many supporters, including that of Ross Barnett, the governor Mississippi.
