Harold Volkmer

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Harold Volkmer

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth April 4, 1931
Date of Death April 16, 2011 (Age: 80)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Harold Volkmer holds a law degree from the University of Missouri and passed the bar exam before graduation. He began his career in private law practice in Hannibal, Missouri, and transitioned into public service as an elected Prosecuting Attorney for Marion County. Volkmer served as a State Representative, where he led a significant reorganization of Missouri's executive branch. His legislative career in the United States House of Representatives focused on agriculture, civil rights, and environmental policies, where he played a pivotal role in shaping major farm bills and supporting extensions of the Voting Rights Act and Fair Housing Act. Volkmer also sponsored the McClure-Volkmer Act, which bolstered constitutional rights protections for firearm owners.

Political Ideas

Harold Volkmer's political identity is marked by a distinctive blend of conservative and progressive stances, particularly in his support for environmental regulations while opposing gun control. Volkmer's legislative record reveals a surprising convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, showcasing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. His opposition to Pentagon weapons programs and support for civil rights laws like the Voting Rights Act and Fair Housing Act further complicate his ideological positioning. Volkmer's rhetorical style likely emphasizes a balance between fiscal responsibility and social justice, inviting deeper inquiry into how he reconciles these seemingly disparate policy areas.

Campaigns
1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 9th District

47.03% of vote

Loss

Winner: Kenny Hulshof

1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 9th District

50.50% of vote

Win
1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 9th District

47.70% of vote

Win
1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 9th District

57.50% of vote

Win
1988: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 9th District

67.90% of vote

Win
1986: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 9th District

57.50% of vote

Win
1984: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 9th District

52.90% of vote

Win
1982: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 9th District

60.80% of vote

Win
1980: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 9th District

56.50% of vote

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

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 9th District

74.70% of vote

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

Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 9th District

55.90% of vote

Win