Uruguay Tourné
Background and early career
In his youth, Tourné was an activist for the National Party (Uruguay).
He is an uncle to former Interior Minister Daisy Tourné.
Deputy and Senator
Tourné was repeatedly elected as Deputy for Montevideo for the years 1963 to 1977, although was obliged to step down prior to the completion of his mandate.
He later served as a Senator from 1985 to 1989.
Recent political activities
In more recent years he has been identified with the National Party (Uruguay)'s Herrerismo grouping. He has been a supporter of Jorge Larrañaga, but has avoided serious controversies, unlike his prominent niece, former Interior Minister Daisy Tourné.
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