Adam Schiff

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Adam Schiff

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth June 22, 1960 (Age: 66)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral
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Personal Background

Adam Schiff holds a strong educational background, having earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Stanford University and a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School. He began his professional career as a judicial law clerk and later served as an Assistant United States Attorney, where he prosecuted high-profile cases, including that of a former FBI agent spying for the Soviet Union. Schiff transitioned to public service, where he authored significant legislation and proposed "tough on crime" measures during his tenure as a state senator. His career includes a notable shift from private sector law to public sector leadership, showcasing a blend of legal expertise and legislative acumen.

Political Ideas

Adam Schiff's political identity is marked by a blend of progressive advocacy and strategic pragmatism, particularly in his approach to safeguarding democracy and environmental justice. Schiff's legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, showcasing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. His advocacy for expanding the Supreme Court and instituting term limits reveals a tension between progressive ideals and institutional reforms, raising questions about his broader judicial philosophy.

Campaigns
2024: U.S.A. Senate
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U.S. Senate California

9,036,252 votes (58.87%)

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Position Details

2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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2022 California's 30th congressional district election

150,100 votes (71.10%)

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2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 28th congressional district, 2020

224,471 votes (72.70%)

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2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 28th congressional district election, 2018

196,662 votes (78.40%)

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2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 28th congressional district election, 2016

210,883 votes (78.00%)

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2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 28th congressional district election, 2014

91,996 votes (76.50%)

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2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California 28th Congressional District General Election

188,703 votes (76.49%)

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California 28th Congressional District Top-Two Primary

42,797 votes (59.00%)

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2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 29th congressional district election, 2010

104,374 votes (64.80%)

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2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 29th congressional district election, 2008

146,198 votes (68.91%)

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2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 29th congressional district election, 2006

91,014 votes (63.47%)

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2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 29th congressional district election, 2004

133,670 votes (64.63%)

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2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California 29th congressional district election

76,036 votes (62.56%)

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2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California 27th congressional district election

113,708 votes (52.70%)

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1996: California State Senate
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California 21st State Senate district election

125,649 votes (51.78%)

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