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In what year did Mansfield become Senate Majority Leader?

  • 1959

  • 1961

  • 1963

  • 1965

Answer

Mansfield assumed the role of Senate Majority Leader in 1961, becoming the first member of Congress from Montana to hold this position. During his tenure, which lasted until 1977, Mansfield played a pivotal role in shaping legislation and managing the Senate's agenda. His leadership was marked by a consensus-building approach that emphasized collaboration and negotiation, making him a highly respected figure in the Senate.
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