Teno Roncalio
American politician (1916–2003) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Teno Domenico Roncalio (born Celeste Domenico Roncaglio; March 23, 1916 – March 30, 2003), was an American politician and writer who served in the United States House of Representatives. To date, he is the last Democrat to have represented Wyoming in the House of Representatives.[1]
Teno Roncalio | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Wyoming's at-large district | |
In office January 3, 1965 – January 3, 1967 | |
Preceded by | William Henry Harrison |
Succeeded by | William Henry Harrison |
In office January 3, 1971 – December 30, 1978 | |
Preceded by | John S. Wold |
Succeeded by | Dick Cheney |
Personal details | |
Born | Celeste Domenico Roncaglio (1916-03-23)March 23, 1916 Rock Springs, Wyoming, U.S. |
Died | March 30, 2003(2003-03-30) (aged 87) Cheyenne, Wyoming, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Cecilia Waters Domenico |
Children | 6 |
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Education | University of Wyoming |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1942–1945 |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | 18th Infantry Regiment |
Awards | Silver Star |
During the 1950s and 1960s, Roncalio served in multiple positions within the Wyoming Democratic Party. He was elected to the House of Representatives in 1964, and served until he unsuccessfully ran for the United States Senate in 1966. Roncalio was elected to the House of Representatives in 1970, and served until he announced that he would not seek reelection in 1978.
Roncalio held positions in environmental committees during John F. Kennedy's administration and in the 1980s. During his tenure in the House of Representatives, he supported multiple environmental bills and was a staunch opponent of American involvement in the Vietnam War. After leaving the House of Representatives he remained active in politics and helped some of the remaining successful campaigns of the Wyoming Democratic Party before his death.