Thruston Ballard Morton
| Born | August 19, 1907, Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. |
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| Died | August 14, 1982, Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. |
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Thruston Ballard Morton (August 19, 1907 – August 14, 1982) was an American politician from Kentucky who served as a United States Senator and as United States Assistant Secretary of State for Congressional Relations under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Morton was a member of the Republican Party and was known for his moderate to liberal views, particularly in the context of the civil rights movement.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Thruston Ballard Morton was born in Louisville, Kentucky, into a prominent family with deep roots in the state. He attended local schools before going on to Yale University, where he graduated with a degree in economics.
Political Career[edit | edit source]
Morton's political career began in earnest after World War II, during which he served in the United States Navy. After the war, he returned to Kentucky and became actively involved in the Republican Party. His early political roles included serving as the Chairman of the Republican Party of Kentucky.
In 1953, Morton was appointed by President Eisenhower as the United States Assistant Secretary of State for Congressional Relations, a role in which he served until 1956. He was then elected to the United States Senate in 1956, where he served two terms until 1969. During his time in the Senate, Morton was noted for his work on education and labor issues, as well as his support for civil rights legislation, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Later Life and Legacy[edit | edit source]
After retiring from the Senate, Morton returned to Louisville, where he remained active in various business and philanthropic endeavors. He passed away in 1982, just days before his 75th birthday.
Morton's legacy is marked by his moderate political stance and his efforts to support civil rights and education during a transformative period in American history.
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