He served 20 years in the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing Polk and Burnett counties.
[5] Dueholm was known for his defense of the University of Wisconsin, when it came under right-wing attack in the midst of protests against the Vietnam War, and for his advocacy for civil rights.
Marius Dueholm was also a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing Polk County for six years from 1931 to 1937.
[1] In a statement, Obey said, "Harvey Dueholm cared more about justice, fairness, and the rights of each and every human being to reach his or her full potential than any legislators with whom I have ever served.
He had a sense of rage about injustice and hypocrisy and used it on many occasions to make his colleauges' votes match their conscience.