Politicians who died on December 17

Take a focused look at the politicians who passed away on December 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2012 Daniel Inouye

  Prominent American politician and long-serving Democratic Senator from Hawaii, who was a decorated World War II veteran and played...

• 2016 Benjamin A. Gilman

  American politician who served in Congress, representing New York's 20th congressional district from 1973 to 2003.