Claude Kitchin
| Born | March 24, 1869, Scotland Neck, North Carolina |
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| Died | May 31, 1923, Wilson, North Carolina |
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Claude Kitchin (March 24, 1869 – May 31, 1923) was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from North Carolina from 1901 until his death in 1923. A member of the Democratic Party, Kitchin was known for his influential role in legislation and his opposition to the United States' involvement in World War I.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Claude Kitchin was born in Scotland Neck, North Carolina, to William H. Kitchin and Maria Arrington. He was part of a politically active family; his father served in the Confederate States Army and his brother, William Walton Kitchin, would later become the Governor of North Carolina. Claude attended Wake Forest College, where he studied law and began his career in the legal profession before entering politics.
Political Career[edit | edit source]
Kitchin was elected to the House of Representatives in 1900 and served continuously until his death in 1923. During his tenure, he was known for his expertise in matters of taxation and finance, eventually serving as the chairman of the powerful Ways and Means Committee. His leadership in this committee was marked by his advocacy for tariff reductions and tax reforms that aimed to benefit the working class.
One of the most notable aspects of Kitchin's career was his staunch opposition to American intervention in World War I. He was a leading voice in the anti-war faction of Congress, arguing that involvement in the war would be detrimental to American interests and advocating for neutrality.
Death and Legacy[edit | edit source]
Claude Kitchin died on May 31, 1923, in Wilson, North Carolina, after suffering from a series of strokes. His death marked the end of a significant political career that had a lasting impact on North Carolina and national politics. Kitchin's legacy is remembered for his dedication to fiscal responsibility and his principled stand against American involvement in foreign wars.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- List of United States Representatives from North Carolina
- Democratic Party (United States) history
- Opposition to World War I in the United States
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