Diana DeGette

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Diana L Degette

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth July 29, 1957 (Age: 69)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Diana DeGette holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science and a Juris Doctor, establishing a solid educational foundation. She practiced law in Denver, focusing on civil rights and employment litigation, which honed her expertise in advocacy and legal frameworks. DeGette transitioned to the public sector, serving in the Colorado House of Representatives, where she authored significant legislation. Her career trajectory reflects a commitment to public service and legislative impact.

Political Ideas

Diana DeGette's political identity is shaped by a commitment to progressive ideals, particularly in health care and reproductive rights, while also showing a strategic alignment with industrial interests in environmental regulations. Her legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. DeGette's rhetorical style emphasizes equity and affordability in health care, while her policy stances on civil rights and social justice underscore a deeply rooted commitment to marginalized communities. This blend of progressive advocacy and strategic pragmatism invites further exploration into how she balances these seemingly disparate elements.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Colorado House of Representatives 1st District Democrat Primary

62,630 votes (39.80%)

Loss

Winner: Melat Kiros

2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Colorado 1st District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

264,606 votes (76.50%)

Win

Position Details

2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 Colorado's 1st congressional district election

226,929 votes (80.30%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Colorado's 1st congressional district, 2020

331,621 votes (73.60%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Colorado's 1st congressional district results, 2018

272,886 votes (73.80%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Colorado's 1st congressional district, 2016

257,254 votes (67.90%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Colorado's 1st congressional district, 2014

183,281 votes (65.80%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Colorado's 1st congressional district, 2012

237,579 votes (68.20%)

Win
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Colorado's 1st congressional district election, 2010

140,073 votes (67.42%)

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

Election History

Colorado's 1st congressional district election, 2008

203,756 votes (71.94%)

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

Election History

Colorado's 1st congressional district election, 2006

129,446 votes (79.77%)

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

Election History

Colorado House of Representatives 1st District

73.50% of vote

Win
2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2002 Colorado's 1st congressional district election

111,718 votes (66.28%)

Win
2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2000 Colorado's 1st congressional district election

141,831 votes (68.70%)

Win
1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Colorado House of Representatives 1st District

66.90% of vote

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

Election History

Colorado House of Representatives 1st District

56.93% of vote

Win