Politicians who died on May 2

Take a focused look at the politicians who passed away on May 2. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1957 Joseph R McCarthy

  Joseph McCarthy was a controversial U.S.

• 1999 Douglas Harkness

  Canadian military officer and politician who served as Minister of National Defence, playing a significant role in Canadian political and...

• 2009 Jack Kemp

  Jack Kemp was an influential American politician and professional football player who played quarterback in the AFL, later becoming a...