Danny Britt

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Danny Earl Britt Jr.

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign State Senate
Date of Birth July 6, 1979 (Age: 47)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
Community
Analysis
Personal Background

Danny Britt holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and a Juris Doctor, establishing a strong academic foundation. Early in his career, he gained legal experience as an intern for the Illinois State Senate and as an attorney for the Chicago Public Defender's Office. Britt transitioned into elected office, serving multiple terms in the Illinois State Senate before being elected to the U.S. Senate. His career trajectory demonstrates a progression from legal practice to public service, culminating in a presidential campaign.

Political Ideas

Danny Britt champions a progressive tax system and substantial infrastructure investment, yet he staunchly opposes deregulation in finance and energy sectors. His environmental policies include endorsing the Green New Deal and re-entering the Paris Climate Agreement, revealing a commitment to aggressive climate action. Britt's healthcare stance combines Medicaid expansion with a public option, aiming to lower drug prices through regulation. His criminal justice reforms include decriminalizing marijuana and reducing sentences for non-violent drug offenses, showcasing an ideologically agile approach to justice.

Campaigns
2024: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina Senate 24th district general election, 2024

47,538 votes (58.74%)

Win

North Carolina Senate 24th district general election, 2024

47,538 votes (58.74%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Appropriations on Justice and Public Safety
Chair
Appropriations/Base Budget
Member
Commerce and Insurance
Chair
Health Care
Member
Judiciary
Chair
Pensions and Retirement and Aging
Member
Rules and Operations of the Senate
Member
Joint Legislative Education Oversight Committee
Member
Joint Legislative Commission on Governmental Operations
Member
Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Justice and Public Safety
Co-Chair
Joint Legislative Administrative Procedure Oversight Committee
Member
Joint Legislative Emergency Management Oversight Committee
Member
Governmental Operations, Subcommittee on Hurricane Response and Recovery
Member
2022: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina Senate 24th district general election, 2022

28,717 votes (58.35%)

Win
2020: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina Senate 13th district general election, 2020

45,264 votes (63.56%)

Win
2018: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

2018 North Carolina Senate election, district 13

31,106 votes (62.50%)

Win
2016: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina Senate 13th district general election

34,126 votes (54.98%)

Win