Clint Roberts
This article is about the policitican. For the broadcaster, see Clint Roberts (broadcaster).
| Clint Roberts | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Dakota's 2nd district | |
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In office January 3, 1981 – January 3, 1983 | |
| Preceded by | James Abdnor |
| Succeeded by | District Abolished |
| Member of the South Dakota Senate | |
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In office 1972-1978 | |
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January 30, 1935 Presho, South Dakota |
| Political party | Republican |
| Profession | Retired |
Clint Ronald Roberts (born January 30, 1935) is a politician from the state of South Dakota.
Early life and education
He was born in Presho, South Dakota and attended Black Hills State College from 1952 to 1953.
Political career
He was a member of the South Dakota Senate from 1972 to 1978. In 1980 he was elected to the House of Representatives as a Republican. He succeeded James Abdnor, who was elected to the U.S. Senate that year. After South Dakota lost its 2nd District due to redistricting in 1982, Roberts ran against Tom Daschle, then the representative from the 1st District. He lost to Daschle in the race for the at-large seat.
External links
- United States Congress. "Clint Roberts (id: R000308)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
| United States House of Representatives | ||
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| Preceded by James Abdnor |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Dakota's 2nd congressional district 1981 – 1983 |
District eliminated |
| Two At-large seats (1889–1913) |
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| One At-large seat (1983–present) |
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