Jeb Hensarling

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Jeb Hensarling

U.S.A.

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

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Personal Background

Jeb Hensarling holds a bachelor's degree in economics and a Juris Doctor, establishing a solid educational foundation. He spent several years in high-finance and public sector roles before entering politics. Hensarling has demonstrated leadership capabilities through various positions, including managing a senator's re-election campaign and serving as the Executive Director of the Republican Senatorial Committee. His professional background includes executive roles in energy and financial sectors, showcasing a diverse skill set in risk management and corporate strategy.

Political Ideas

Jeb Hensarling's political identity is marked by a steadfast commitment to fiscal conservatism, often juxtaposed with surprising alliances on specific issues. His opposition to the 2008 financial bailout, advocating instead for a temporary government insurance plan, reveals a calculated approach to economic intervention. Hensarling's legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a highly localized strategy to protect regional industrial interests. His rhetorical style emphasizes budgetary discipline and prioritization, yet he occasionally diverges from traditional party lines to form strategic alliances.

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

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Texas's 5th congressional district, 2016

155,469 votes (80.60%)

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

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Texas's 5th congressional district, 2014

88,998 votes (85.40%)

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

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Texas 5th congressional district, 2012

134,091 votes (64.40%)

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

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Texas's 5th congressional district, 2010

106,742 votes (70.53%)

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

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Texas's 5th congressional district, 2008

162,894 votes (83.59%)

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

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2006 U.S. House election: Texas district 5

85,081 votes (61.68%)

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

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Texas's 5th congressional district, 2004

148,816 votes (64.47%)

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

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Texas's 5th congressional district, 2002

81,439 votes (58.21%)

Win