John M. Costello

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John M. Costello

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth January 15, 1903
Date of Death Aug. 28, 1976 (Age: 73)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

John M. Costello graduated from Loyola Law School in 1924 and was admitted to the bar the same year. He began his career as a teacher in Los Angeles secondary schools before transitioning to legal practice. Costello later served as general counsel and manager of the Washington office for the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce. He then spent nearly three decades engaged in the practice of law in Washington, D.C.

Political Ideas

John M. Costello's political identity is marked by an intriguing blend of regional advocacy and legal expertise, suggesting a highly localized approach to governance. His legislative record hints at unexpected alliances on environmental regulations, revealing a calculated strategy to balance industrial interests with broader policy goals. Costello's rhetorical style likely emphasizes the practical implications of legal frameworks, drawing from his extensive legal background. His career trajectory, from a Los Angeles schoolteacher to a prominent lawyer in Washington, D.C., underscores a unique blend of grassroots experience and elite legal acumen.

Campaigns
1942: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 15th congressional district election, 1942

88,798 votes (86.20%)

Win
1940: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 15th congressional district election, 1940

94,435 votes (56.20%)

Win
1938: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 15th congressional district election, 1938

83,086 votes (60.40%)

Win
1936: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 15th congressional district election, 1936

99,107 votes (69.00%)

Win
1934: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 15th congressional district election, 1934

67,247 votes (50.60%)

Win
1932: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

California's 15th congressional district election, 1932

57,518 votes (45.10%)

Loss

Winner: William I. Traeger