Arlen Specter
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Arlen Specter was born February 12, 1930, in Wichita.[1][2][3] He held United States citizenship. His occupations included politician, military officer, and lawyer.[4][5] His religion was Judaism.
He was educated at the University of Oklahoma, the University of Pennsylvania, Yale Law School, and primary school.[5] He was employed by University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School.
He served as assistant district attorney (1959–1964), District Attorney of Philadelphia (1966–1974), adviser (1964–present), and United States senator (1981–1983).[5][6] He died October 14, 2012, in Philadelphia.[7][1][2][3] He was buried at Shalom Memorial Park.[3].
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Shalom Memorial Park[9]
- Child: Shanin Specter[10]
- Country of citizenship: United States[11]
- Position held: District Attorney of Philadelphia[12], assistant district attorney[13], adviser[14], United States senator[15]
- Employer: University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School[16]
- Educated at: University of Oklahoma[17], University of Pennsylvania[18], Yale Law School[19], primary school[20]
- Award received: ASCB Public Service Award[21]
- Member of: Phi Beta Kappa Society[22]
- Religion or worldview: Judaism[23]
- Sex or gender: male[24]
- Member of political party: Democratic Party[25], Republican Party[26]
- Military branch: United States Air Force[27]
- Commons category: Arlen Specter[28]
- Cause of death: lymphoma[29]
- Academic degree: Doctor of Sciences[30]
- Family name: Specter (surname)[31]
- Given name: Arlen[32]
- Work location: Washington, D.C.[33]
- Manner of death: natural causes[34]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[35]
- Name in native language: Arlen Specter[36]
Why It Matters
Arlen Specter has Wikipedia articles in 21 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[37] He is known by 24 alternative names across languages and contexts.[38]
FAQs
Where was Arlen Specter born?
Arlen Specter's place of birth was Wichita[2].
Where did Arlen Specter die?
Arlen Specter passed away in Philadelphia[4].
What did Arlen Specter do for work?
Arlen Specter worked as a politician[5], military officer[6], and lawyer[7].
Where did Arlen Specter go to school?
Arlen Specter was educated at University of Oklahoma[17], University of Pennsylvania[18], Yale Law School[19], and primary school[20].
What awards did Arlen Specter receive?
Honors received include ASCB Public Service Award[21].