What was Roscoe Conkling's profession?
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American lawyer and politician
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American lawyer and politician Roscoe Conkling served as a New York State assemblyman, mayor of Utica, New York, U.S. Congressman, and U.S. Senator. With a strong personality and formidable oratorical skills, Conkling emerged as a prominent figure in Republican politics and played a pivotal role in shaping the party's ideology and agenda during the late 19th century.
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