Bill Thomas

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Bill Thomas

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth December 6, 1941 (Age: 84)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Bill Thomas earned an associate's degree from Santa Ana College and subsequently completed both bachelor's and master's degrees in political science at San Francisco State University. He began his career as an instructor at Bakersfield College before entering public service. Thomas spent nearly three decades in the House of Representatives, where he was recognized for his legislative acumen and rigorous questioning. Post-congressional career highlights include roles as a visiting fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and a lobbyist with Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney.

Political Ideas

Bill Thomas's political identity is marked by an unexpected alignment of fiscal conservatism with occasional opposition to free-market principles, as seen in his vote against the Abandoned Shipwrecks Act of 1987. His legislative record reveals a calculated approach to economic policy, balancing tax cuts with support for Medicare reforms. Thomas's rhetorical style is characterized by a sharp intellect and a fiery temperament, making him both a formidable debater and a feared interrogator.

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2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 22nd congressional district election, 2004

209,384 votes (100.00%)

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2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 22nd congressional district election, 2002

120,473 votes (73.33%)

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2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 21st congressional district election, 2000

142,539 votes (71.59%)

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1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 21st congressional district election, 1998

115,989 votes (78.91%)

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1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 21st congressional district election, 1996

125,916 votes (65.81%)

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1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 21st congressional district election, 1994

116,874 votes (68.10%)

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1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 21st congressional district election, 1992

127,758 votes (65.19%)

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1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 20th congressional district election, 1990

112,962 votes (59.79%)

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1988: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 20th congressional district election, 1988

162,779 votes (71.08%)

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1986: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 20th congressional district election, 1986

129,989 votes (72.61%)

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1984: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 20th congressional district election, 1984

151,732 votes (70.89%)

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1982: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 20th congressional district election, 1982

123,312 votes (68.10%)

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1980: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 18th congressional district election, 1980

126,046 votes (71.03%)

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1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 18th congressional district election, 1978

59.26% of vote

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