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Lars Herseth

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Lars Herseth, a former South Dakota legislative leader, has died aged 80. Herseth held prominent roles in South Dakota's political landscape throughout his career. He was remembered as a significant figure in the state's legislative history. His passing marks the end of a notable era in South Dakota politics.

Reported by KTIV, KELO-AM, kotaradio.com on 15 September 2026.

Biography adapted from News reports by KTIV, KELO-AM, kotaradio.com; death reported by KTIV, KELO-AM, kotaradio.com.

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Even from the other side of the world, South Dakota's political history mattered. Herseth was part of that story.

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Well said. He was one of the good ones.

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I didn't follow politics closely but you knew his name in South Dakota. He was just part of the fabric of things here.

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My parents always spoke highly of him. Growing up in the state, you just knew he was someone who cared about doing right by people.

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A giant in South Dakota legislative history has passed. He will be missed by those of us who believe in service and principle.

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Herseth was a serious man who shaped South Dakota politics for decades. That matters.

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Didn't know much about South Dakota politics but my granddad always spoke highly of Lars Herseth. He'll be missed.

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The passing of Lars Herseth represents the conclusion of a formative chapter in South Dakota's political narrative. His contributions to the legislative record will endure.

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Followed South Dakota politics for years. Herseth shaped a lot of what the state became.

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He really did. The legislative work he did in the 70s and 80s still echoes.

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A man who gave his life to public service in South Dakota. You don't see that kind of commitment as much anymore. He'll be missed by anyone who cares about this state's future.

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Heard about Lars Herseth today. An era in South Dakota politics has ended. Rest well.

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Angela Lim🇺🇸2h ago
Grace Lambert🇺🇸2h ago
A part of South Dakota's heart has left us. We'll remember.
Roger Baker🇺🇸2h ago
Eighty years is a good long life. He made it count.
Emilio Campos🇺🇸2h ago
Dennis Reynolds🇺🇸2h ago
The legislative halls will feel different without his presence guiding them forward.
Yesenia Munoz🇺🇸2h ago
Larissa Souza🇧🇷3h ago
Declan Kelly🇺🇸3h ago
Justin Johnson🇺🇸3h ago
Rest easy. You did good work for your people.
Yesenia Castillo🇺🇸3h ago
A faithful servant to his state and his people for so many years.
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