Clyde Holloway

Clyde C. Holloway

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth November 28, 1943
Date of Death Oct. 16, 2016 (Age: 72)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Clyde Holloway spent several years in Louisiana politics, beginning with his involvement in an anti-bussing movement in the early 1980s. He later transitioned to educational leadership by establishing a segregation academy in protest against desegregation orders. Holloway was elected to Congress, serving multiple terms in different districts. He also ran for Governor but did not secure the position. In later years, Holloway held a significant role in the public sector, serving as a member and chairman of the Louisiana Public Service Commission.

Political Ideas

Clyde Holloway's political identity is marked by a staunch resistance to federal desegregation mandates, as evidenced by his leadership of an anti-bussing movement and establishment of a segregation academy. His rhetoric reveals a confrontational approach to federal authority, blending defiance with a localized perspective on education. Holloway's controversial public statements suggest a willingness to engage in provocative discourse, raising questions about the balance between principle and pragmatism in his political strategy.

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

Election History

Louisiana House of Representatives 7th District

39.70% of vote

Loss

Winner: Jimmy Hayes

1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Louisiana House of Representatives 6th District

36.70% of vote

Loss

Winner: Richard Baker

1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Louisiana House of Representatives 8th District

56.40% of vote

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

Election History

Louisiana House of Representatives 8th District

56.80% of vote

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

Election History

Louisiana House of Representatives 8th District

51.40% of vote

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

Election History

Louisiana House of Representatives 8th District

25.40% of vote

Loss

Winner: Gillis William Long