David Boren

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David Boren

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth April 21, 1941 (Age: 85)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

David Boren holds a distinguished academic background, including a degree from Yale University and a Master's from the University of Oxford. He began his career in public service, serving in the Oklahoma House of Representatives and later becoming the state's youngest governor. Boren transitioned to the U.S. Senate, where he chaired the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence and sponsored significant legislation. He later served as president of the University of Oklahoma, where he balanced administrative duties with teaching. Boren's career reflects a blend of legislative, executive, and academic leadership.

Political Ideas

David Boren's political identity is marked by an unexpected convergence of fiscal conservatism and national security vigilance. His advocacy for tax cuts and deregulation juxtaposes with his support for robust intelligence oversight, as seen in his sponsorship of the National Security Education Act. Boren's stance against the Persian Gulf War and his regret over confirming Justice Clarence Thomas reveals a complex approach to judicial appointments, blending ideological consistency with situational pragmatism.

Campaigns
1990: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Oklahoma

735,684 votes (83.18%)

Win
1984: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Oklahoma

906,131 votes (75.64%)

Win
1978: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Oklahoma

493,953 votes (65.49%)

Win
1974: Oklahoma State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

Democratic runoff results

286,171 votes (53.50%)

Win

1974 gubernatorial election, Oklahoma

514,389 votes (63.90%)

Win

Oklahoma Governor 1974, Democrat Primary

225,321 votes (35.50%)

Loss

Winner: Clem Rogers McSpadden