{
  "id": 2601716,
  "title": "Nancy Kassebaum Baker, former US senator from Kansas, dies at 94",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/22/nancy-kassebaum-baker-former-us-senator-from-kansas-dies-at-94",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-22T15:41:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/world/2026/08/22/nancy-kassebaum-baker-former-us-senator-from-kansas-dies-at-94"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Nancy Kassebaum Baker, a Kansas senator who made history as the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate without following a spouse into office, has passed away at the age of 94. Kassebaum Baker's son, Bill, shared that she cherished Kansas, its people, and her role as a senator for 18 years. Known for her independent stance, she remained steadfast in her beliefs, even if it meant going against her party at times. Elected in 1978, she served three terms in the U.S. Senate. Despite her centrist politics, Kassebaum Baker had a moderate and progressive approach, influenced by her father, former Kansas Governor Alf Landon. Even after leaving the Senate in early 1997, she continued to contribute to public service, establishing an enduring legacy.",
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    "Nancy Kassebaum Baker, first woman US senator from Kansas, dies at 94",
    "Elected in 1978, served three terms in Senate",
    "Centrist politics with moderate and progressive approach"
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "Associated Press",
        "title": "Nancy Kassebaum Baker, former US senator from Kansas, dies at 94",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/22/nancy-kassebaum-baker-former-us-senator-from-kansas-dies-at-94-2605240",
        "published": "2026-08-22T15:53:02.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}