Allard H. Gasque

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Allard H. Gasque

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth March 8, 1873
Date of Death June 17, 1938 (Age: 65)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Allard H. Gasque graduated from the University of South Carolina in 1901 and began his career in education, serving as a principal and superintendent. He held leadership roles within the Democratic Party, including chairmanships in both state and county committees. Gasque transitioned to public service, representing South Carolina in the U.S. House of Representatives for nearly two decades, where he chaired the Committee on Pensions.

Political Ideas

Allard H. Gasque's political identity is marked by a unique blend of progressive educational advocacy and staunch support for veteran benefits, revealing a deeply rooted commitment to both societal development and individual welfare. His legislative focus on pensions and veteran benefits, coupled with his extensive background in education, indicates a strategic prioritization of human capital and social safety nets. Gasque's ability to align with both progressive educational reforms and conservative fiscal policies presents an intriguing conceptual tension that merits further exploration.

Campaigns
1936: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 6th congressional district election results, 1936

16,027 votes (99.30%)

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1934: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 6th congressional district election results, 1934

2,983 votes (99.30%)

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1932: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 6th congressional district election results, 1932

14,159 votes (98.60%)

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1930: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 6th congressional district election results, 1930

1,881 votes (100.00%)

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1928: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 6th congressional district election results, 1928

7,757 votes (100.00%)

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1926: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 6th congressional district election results, 1926

1,532 votes (100.00%)

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1924: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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South Carolina's 6th congressional district election results, 1924

6,278 votes (100.00%)

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1922: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 6th congressional district election results, 1922

3,642 votes (100.00%)

Win