Harley Staggers

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Harley Orrin Staggers

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth August 3, 1907
Date of Death Aug. 20, 1991 (Age: 84)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Harley Staggers holds a strong educational background, having graduated from Emory and Henry College and pursued further graduate studies. His early career included roles in education and public service, culminating in a position as sheriff. Staggers transitioned to military service during World War II, where he served as a navigator. Post-war, he entered politics, serving multiple terms in the U.S. House of Representatives and chairing significant committees. His career achievements and transitions highlight a diverse skill set in education, public service, and legislative leadership.

Political Ideas

Harley Staggers combines a progressive stance on civil rights with a surprising defense of certain broadcast content regulations, suggesting a complex ideological landscape. His legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, indicating a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Staggers's approach to drug use in sports reveals a stringent stance, highlighting a tension between his progressive civil rights record and his conservative views on certain social issues.

Campaigns
1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

55.30% of vote

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1976: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

73.60% of vote

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1974: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

64.40% of vote

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1972: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

70.30% of vote

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1970: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

62.70% of vote

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1968: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

61.50% of vote

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1966: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

60.30% of vote

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1964: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

64.90% of vote

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

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

58.70% of vote

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1960: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

60.30% of vote

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

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

62.60% of vote

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

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

52.40% of vote

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1954: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

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1952: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

51.50% of vote

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1950: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia House of Representatives 2nd District

54.30% of vote

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