James Bedell McKean served as a Representative from New York in the United States Congress from 1859 to 1863. A member of the Republican Party, James Bedell McKean contributed to the legislative process during 2 terms in office.
James Bedell McKean’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, James Bedell McKean participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents, helping to shape the laws and policies that governed the nation.
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