Charles Bennett

Charles E. Bennett

U.S.A.

Party Democrat

Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps

Date of Birth December 2, 1910

Date of Death Sept. 6, 2003 (Age: 92)

Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Charles Bennett completed his undergraduate and law degrees at the University of Florida, where he was an active student leader. He practiced law before entering politics, winning a seat in the Florida state legislature. Bennett served in the U.S. Army during World War II, where he was injured and subsequently awarded multiple honors. After his military service, he was elected to Congress, where he became known for his integrity and long-standing commitment to ethics in government. He authored significant legislation and held influential committee positions, particularly on defense policy.

Political Ideas

Charles Bennett's political identity is marked by an intriguing blend of staunch conservatism and ethical rigidity. His legislative record reveals a calculated approach to civil rights, notably opposing major civil rights bills while supporting the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Bennett's ideological agility is further evidenced by his advocacy for a code of ethics for government employees, juxtaposed with his opposition to congressional pay raises. His defense policy stance is consistently hawkish, reflecting a deep commitment to military strength.

Campaigns

1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 3rd District

72.70% of vote

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1988: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 3rd District

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1986: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 3rd District

Unopposed

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1982: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 3rd District

84.10% of vote

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1980: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 3rd District

77.00% of vote

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1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 3rd District

Unopposed

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1976: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 3rd District

Unopposed

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1972: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 3rd District

82.00% of vote

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1970: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 3rd District

Unopposed

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1968: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 3rd District

78.90% of vote

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1964: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 2nd District

72.70% of vote

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1962: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 2nd District

Unopposed

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1960: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 2nd District

82.50% of vote

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1958: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 2nd District

Unopposed

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1956: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 2nd District

Unopposed

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1954: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 2nd District

Unopposed

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1952: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 2nd District

Win

1950: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 2nd District

Win