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In Topeka, Kansas, Nancy Kassebaum Baker, the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate from the state, died at 94. She served three terms in the Senate from 1978 until her retirement in 1997. Known for her moderate Republican views, she was recognized for her bipartisan efforts and continued public service after leaving office. Kassebaum Baker's legacy includes her commitment to Kansas and her role as a trailblazer for women in politics.
