Bennie Thompson

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Bennie G. Thompson

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth January 28, 1948 (Age: 78)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Bennie Thompson holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science and a Master of Science in educational administration, establishing a strong academic foundation. He began his career as a schoolteacher before transitioning into public service as an alderman and eventually mayor of Bolton, Mississippi. Thompson has spent several decades in local and national public service, including a long tenure as a Democratic Congressman. His leadership roles and policy advocacy have focused on education, civil rights, and disaster relief.

Political Ideas

Bennie Thompson's political identity is marked by a blend of local advocacy and national leadership, particularly in civil rights and disaster response. His legislative efforts consistently seek to address systemic inequities, such as advocating for equal funding for historically black universities, while his tenure as mayor focused on tangible improvements in local infrastructure. Thompson's strategic framing often emphasizes the intersection of regional needs and national policies, revealing an approach that balances localized concerns with broader legislative impact. His rhetorical style tends to underscore unity and resilience, particularly in the face of national crises.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

Mississippi House of Representatives 2nd District

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(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Ron Eller

Mississippi House of Representatives 2nd District Democrat Primary

61,203 votes (86.10%)

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2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi 2nd District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

177,885 votes (62.00%)

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Position Details

2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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2022 Mississippi's 2nd congressional district election

108,285 votes (60.10%)

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2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district, 2020

196,224 votes (66.00%)

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2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district, 2018

158,921 votes (71.80%)

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2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district, 2016

192,343 votes (67.10%)

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2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district, 2014

100,688 votes (67.80%)

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2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district, 2012

214,978 votes (67.10%)

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2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district general election, November 2, 2010

105,327 votes (61.47%)

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2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district election, 2008

201,606 votes (69.05%)

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2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district election, 2006

100,160 votes (64.27%)

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2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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2004 Mississippi's 2nd congressional district

154,626 votes (58.38%)

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2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi House of Representatives 2nd District

55.14% of vote

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2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi House of Representatives 2nd District

65.10% of vote

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1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Mississippi House of Representatives 2nd District

Loss
1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi House of Representatives 2nd District

59.62% of vote

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1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Mississippi House of Representatives 2nd District

53.70% of vote

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