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How many terms did Tom Harkin serve in the House of Representatives?

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Tom Harkin served in the United States House of Representatives for five terms, from 1975 to 1985. He was elected to represent Iowa's 4th congressional district, which was based in Cedar Rapids and included parts of the state's southeast. Harkin was a Democrat and a member of the liberal wing of the party. He was a strong advocate for social welfare programs and for environmental protection.
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