Bob Inglis

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Bob Inglis

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth October 11, 1959 (Age: 66)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Bob Inglis holds an undergraduate degree from Duke University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law. He spent time as a lawyer in private practice and was active in local politics, serving on the executive committee of the Greenville County Republican Party. Inglis has demonstrated a commitment to addressing climate change, co-authoring an op-ed advocating for a revenue-neutral carbon tax and appearing in the documentary "Merchants of Doubt." He has also been vocal in his opposition to Donald Trump, criticizing his campaign and endorsing Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election. Inglis's leadership and governance philosophy emphasizes rational and responsible leadership, urging colleagues to work towards healing rifts and bridging divides.

Political Ideas

Bob Inglis stands out for his ideological agility, particularly in his support for a revenue-neutral carbon tax and his advocacy for polluters to pay for their emissions, despite his traditional conservative background. Inglis's vocal opposition to Donald Trump, including signing a public letter condemning Trump's candidacy and endorsing Kamala Harris in 2024, reveals a principled stance against demagoguery. His emphasis on rational leadership and bridging divides further highlights a unique approach to governance that diverges from typical partisan rhetoric.

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

Election History

South Carolina's 4th congressional district election, 2008

184,440 votes (60.09%)

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

Election History

South Carolina's 4th congressional district election, 2006

115,553 votes (64.22%)

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

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South Carolina's 4th congressional district election, 2004

188,795 votes (69.77%)

Win
1998: U.S.A. Senate

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from South Carolina

488,238 votes (45.67%)

Loss

Winner: Fritz Hollings

South Carolina U.S. Senate Election Primary, 1998

115,029 votes

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

Election History

South Carolina's 4th congressional district election results, 1996

138,165 votes (70.90%)

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

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South Carolina's 4th congressional district election results, 1994

109,626 votes (73.50%)

Win
1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 4th congressional district, 1992

50.34% of vote

Win