Charles Goodell
1926–1987 (age 61)
Politician
Biography
Charles Goodell served his country and his constituents with integrity, representing New York in the U.S. Congress with a commitment to fairness, accountability and civil rights. He believed in the power of thoughtful legislation to strengthen democracy and to protect the vulnerable.
He balanced firmness with compassion, earning respect for drawing together people with varied viewpoints to find common ground on important issues of the day.