Grace Napolitano

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Grace Napolitano

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth December 4, 1936 (Age: 89)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Grace Napolitano spent over two decades in the automotive industry, retiring from Ford Motor Company in 1992. She then transitioned into local politics, serving on the Norwalk City Council and eventually becoming mayor, where she focused on constituent access, redevelopment, transportation, jobs, and economic diversification. Napolitano later moved to the state level, where she became a leader in international trade, environmental protection, transportation, and immigration, chairing the Committee on International Trade and serving as chair of the Women's Caucus and vice chair of the Latino caucus. Her professional background and leadership roles establish a strong foundation in public service and policy development.

Political Ideas

Grace Napolitano consistently aligns with President Joe Biden, yet her local focus on Norwalk's economic diversification and transportation juxtaposes with broader national progressive ideals. She champions environmental protection while simultaneously fostering regional industrial interests, suggesting a finely tuned balance between local needs and global standards. Her leadership in international trade and immigration reflects a strategic, multifaceted approach to policymaking.

Campaigns
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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2022 California's 31st congressional district election

91,472 votes (59.50%)

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2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 32nd congressional district, 2020

172,942 votes (66.60%)

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2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 32nd congressional district election, 2018ref name=General Election />

121,759 votes (68.80%)

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2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 32nd congressional district election, 2016

114,926 votes (61.60%)

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2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 32nd congressional district election, 2014

50,353 votes (59.70%)

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2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 32nd congressional district election, 2012

124,903 votes (65.70%)

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2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 38th congressional district election, 2010

85,459 votes (73.50%)

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2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 38th congressional district election, 2008

130,211 votes (81.73%)

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2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 38th congressional district election, 2006

75,181 votes (75.33%)

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2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 38th congressional district election, 2004

116,851 votes (100.00%)

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2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 38th congressional district election, 2002

62,600 votes (71.11%)

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2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 34th congressional district election, 2000

105,980 votes (71.26%)

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1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 34th congressional district election, 1998

67.63% of vote

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