Jim Matheson

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Jim Matheson

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth March 21, 1960 (Age: 66)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Jim Matheson holds an A.B. from Harvard College and an M.B.A. from UCLA Anderson School of Management. He has a background in the energy sector, focusing on environmental policy, and founded an energy consulting firm. Matheson has experience advocating for compensation for individuals affected by Cold War atomic testing radiation. His professional career includes significant leadership roles within the U.S. House of Representatives, where he was a member of centrist coalitions and held positions reflecting a balanced political stance.

Political Ideas

Jim Matheson's political identity is marked by a strategic ideological agility that often places him at odds with both his party's mainstream and conservative factions. His advocacy for increased compensation for Cold War atomic testing victims, coupled with his conservative economic stances, reveals a nuanced approach that balances regional interests with broader policy goals. Matheson's rhetorical style likely emphasizes practical solutions over ideological purity, drawing from his background in energy consulting and environmental policy. His unique positioning within the Blue Dog Coalition showcases a willingness to diverge from party lines, inviting scrutiny into how he reconciles these seemingly disparate policy stances.

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

Election History

Utah's 4th congressional district, 2012

48.80% of vote

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

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Utah's 2nd district general election, November 2, 2010

127,151 votes (50.49%)

Win

Utah's 2nd district Democratic primary, June 22, 2010

23,067 votes (67.26%)

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

Election History

Utah's 2nd congressional district election, 2008

220,666 votes (63.35%)

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

Election History

Utah's 2nd congressional district election, 2006

133,231 votes (59.00%)

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

Election History

Utah House of Representatives 2nd District

54.80% of vote

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

Election History

Utah House of Representatives 2nd District

49.43% of vote

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2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Utah House of Representatives 2nd District

55.90% of vote

Win