Albert Bustamante

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Albert Bustamante

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth April 8, 1935
Date of Death Nov. 30, 2021 (Age: 86)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Albert Bustamante holds an associate degree from San Antonio College and a Bachelor of Arts in education from Sul Ross State University. He began his career as an educator at Cooper Jr. High School before transitioning to public service as an aide to Congressman Henry B. GonzΓ‘lez. Bustamante later served as a Bexar County Commissioner and a county judge, where he contributed to the state's Jail Standard Commission. After stepping away from politics, he remained active in San Antonio with his wife, Rebecca.

Political Ideas

Albert Bustamante's political career reveals a deeply localized approach, consistently advocating for regional interests. His strategic alliances and policy positions often intersect with opposing factions, suggesting a calculated maneuvering to protect specific constituencies. Bustamante's rhetorical style emphasizes community-centric narratives, framing national issues through the lens of local impact. His political identity is marked by a tension between traditional ideological boundaries and a pragmatic focus on tangible regional benefits.

Campaigns
1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Texas's 23rd congressional district, 1992

63,797 votes (38.35%)

Loss

Winner: Henry Bonilla

1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Texas's 23rd congressional district, 1990

71,052 votes (63.49%)

Win
1988: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Texas's 23rd congressional district, 1988

116,423 votes (64.53%)

Win
1986: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Texas's 23rd congressional district, 1986

68,131 votes (90.68%)

Win
1984: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Texas's 23rd congressional district, 1984

95,721 votes (100.00%)

Win