David H. Pryor, Arkansas Senator and Clinton Ally, Dies at 88
Briefly

David H. Pryor and Bill Clinton, hailing from modest backgrounds in segregated Arkansas, united to champion liberal politics and racial tolerance, prevailing against segregationist enemies like Orval E. Faubus.
Pryor, Bumpers, and Clinton's victories over segregationist Faubus in the primaries paved the way for their successful governorships and national recognition within the Democratic Party.
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