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R. Lars Herseth: A Legacy of Service | Sioux Falls News
R. Lars Herseth, a beloved South Dakota farmer, rancher, and longtime public servant, passed away at 80, leaving behind a legacy of bipartisanship, agricultural advocacy, and unwavering commitment to his community. A decade in the state House and another in the Senate, he was known for solving problems across party lines. Beyond politics, he championed ethanol, women’s rights, Native American causes, and even stood against same-sex marriage restrictions. His family’s political roots run deep — his father was governor, his daughter a U.S. Congresswoman and now university president. Flags will…
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