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Some 23 years ago this happened. Uncanny timing of the death of this senator and his family in a plane crash.

Paul Wellstone’s Final Days and the 2002 Iraq War Vote

1. When did Paul Wellstone die, and when was his last vote? What was his last vote?

Summary: Paul Wellstone died on October 25, 2002; his last vote was on October 11, 2002, against the Iraq War resolution.

2. Who and how many voted against that resolution?

Summary: Twenty-three senators voted against the 2002 Iraq War resolution, including 21 Democrats, one Republican, and one Independent.

3. How many of them have died, and when?

Summary: As of November 7, 2024, nine of the 23 senators who voted against the resolution have passed away.