Augustus F. Hawkins

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Augustus F. Hawkins

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth August 31, 1907
Date of Death Nov. 10, 2007 (Age: 100)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Augustus F. Hawkins graduated from Jefferson High School and earned a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of California, Los Angeles. He operated a real-estate company with his brother and studied government. Hawkins dedicated his career to public service, marked by a lifelong commitment to education and civil rights. He spent several decades in elected office, showcasing leadership and resilience in navigating complex political landscapes.

Political Ideas

Augustus F. Hawkins's political career is marked by a unique blend of ideological steadfastness and strategic pragmatism, particularly in his lifelong advocacy for education and civil rights. Despite being of mixed-race ancestry, Hawkins's refusal to pass as white underscores a deep commitment to racial authenticity and civil rights. His legislative initiatives, such as the Augustus F. Hawkins Centers of Excellence Program, reveal a calculated approach to diversifying the teaching force, blending progressive ideals with practical outcomes. Hawkins's ability to maintain electoral success over five decades suggests an adeptness at navigating and reconciling diverse political landscapes.

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

Election History

California's 29th congressional district election, 1988

88,169 votes (82.84%)

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

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California's 29th congressional district election, 1986

78,132 votes (84.54%)

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

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California's 29th congressional district election, 1984

108,777 votes (86.63%)

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1982: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 29th congressional district election, 1982

97,028 votes (79.80%)

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1980: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 29th congressional district election, 1980

80,095 votes (86.12%)

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1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 29th congressional district election, 1978

65,214 votes (85.00%)

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1976: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 29th congressional district election, 1976

82,515 votes (85.42%)

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1974: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 29th congressional district election, 1974

45,977 votes (100.00%)

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1972: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 21st congressional district election, 1972

92,799 votes (82.87%)

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1970: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 21st congressional district election, 1970

75,127 votes (94.53%)

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1968: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 21st congressional district election, 1968

87,205 votes (91.60%)

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1966: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 21st congressional district election, 1966

74,216 votes (84.80%)

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1964: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 21st congressional district election, 1964

106,231 votes (90.27%)

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1962: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 21st congressional district election, 1962

73,465 votes (84.54%)

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