Gerald Flynn

Gerald Flynn

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth October 7, 1910
Date of Death May 14, 1990 (Age: 79)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Gerald Flynn graduated from St. Catherine's High School and earned his LL.B. from Marquette University Law School in 1933. He practiced law in Racine and represented local unions. Flynn was an active member of the Democratic Party, serving as chairman of the Young Democrats club and attending multiple Democratic National Conventions. He held office in the Wisconsin Senate and later represented the 1st congressional district in the 86th United States Congress. Throughout his career, Flynn remained a practicing lawyer.

Political Ideas

Gerald Flynn's political identity is marked by a blend of staunch union advocacy and surprising support for civil rights. His legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, indicating a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Flynn's ideological agility is further evidenced by his support for the Civil Rights Act of 1960, despite his opposition to the Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959, showcasing a complex alignment of interests.

Campaigns
1962: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 1st District

46.70% of vote

Loss

Winner: Henry Schadeberg

1960: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 1st District

47.30% of vote

Loss

Winner: Henry Schadeberg

1958: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 1st District

50.60% of vote

Win
1956: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 1st District

42.90% of vote

Loss

Winner: Lawrence Smith