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27 days ago | beth

Was Isaac Newton ever involved in politics?

Isaac Newton did have a role in politics later in life, serving as a Member of Parliament for the University of Cambridge in 1689 and again in 1701. However, he was not very active in politics, focusing more on scientific and administrative duties.

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