Each state of the United States selects two senators to represent their states in the United States Senate. In 1913, the 17th Amendment[?] to the United States Constitution provided for the direct popular election of senators; prior to this, senators were selected by state legislatures.
... households, and 2,974 families residing in the town. The population density is 2,391.2/km² (6,199.1/mi²). There are 3,883 housing units at an average density of ...