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Representative John J. Rooney

John J. Rooney served as Representative for New York, District 14 (1943-1975).

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John James Rooney served as a Representative from New York in the United States Congress from 1943 to 1975. A member of the Democratic Party, John James Rooney contributed to the legislative process during 16 terms in office.

John James Rooney’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, John James Rooney participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

John James Rooney (November 29, 1903 – October 26, 1975) was an American lawyer and a Democratic politician from New York. From 1944 to 1974, he served in the U.S. House of Representatives.