Sir David Edgeworth Butler was an English political scientist known for his expertise in psephology, the study of elections. Born on October 17, 1924, he earned recognition as 'the father of modern election science' for his contributions to understanding electoral processes. Butler's work significantly influenced the field, and he is remembered for his pioneering role in shaping contemporary election analysis. He passed away on November 8, 2022, leaving behind a legacy of scholarly research and practical insights into the mechanics of elections.
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Meaning of the name - David
beloved, friend
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David Butler belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: London
Place of Death: Oxfordshire
Educated At: New College | St Paul's School | Princeton University
Occupation: political scientist
Spouses: Marilyn Butler
Children: Gareth Butler
Awards Received: Fellow of the British Academy | Commander of the Order of the British Empire | Knight Bachelor
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on October 17, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for October 17, 2025 |
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| Sun | 23 Libra 50 | 24 Libra 22 | 6 Aquarius 3 |
| Moon | 16 Gemini 21 | 9 Virgo 18 | 1 Pisces 55 |
| Mercury | 17 Libra 51 | 15 Scorpio 29 | 13 Capricorn 20 |
| Venus | 11 Virgo 12 | 4 Libra 29 | 14 Capricorn 26 |
| Mars | 29 Aquarius 18 | 17 Scorpio 14 | 23 Aries 39 |
| Jupiter | 16 Sagittarius 50 | 24 Cancer 9 | 8 Capricorn 43 |
| Saturn | 4 Scorpio 18 | 26 Pisces 29 | 14 Scorpio 14 |
| Uranus | 18 Pisces 15 | 0 Gemini 47 | 19 Pisces 4 |
| Neptune | 22 Leo 10 | 0 Aries 6 | 21 Leo 37 |
| Pluto | 13 Cancer 33 | 1 Aquarius 21 | 12 Cancer 1 |
| Rahu | 19 Leo 37 | 16 Pisces 9 | 14 Leo 16 |
| Ketu | 19 Aquarius 37 | 16 Virgo 9 | 14 Aquarius 16 |
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