Thomas R. Underwood

1898–1956 (age 58)

Journalist and politician

Biography

Thomas R. Underwood (1898-1956) was a Kentucky journalist turned public servant, editing newspapers before representing his state in the U.S. House of Representatives and briefly serving in the U.S. Senate.

He championed thoughtful governance, remained deeply connected to Kentucky communities after leaving office, and sought always to bridge the worlds of journalism and public service.

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