John Spratt

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John Spratt

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth November 1, 1942 (Age: 83)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

John Spratt holds a strong academic background, having earned degrees from Davidson College, Oxford University, and Yale Law School. He served in the Army and practiced law before entering politics. Spratt spent nearly four decades in the United States House of Representatives, where he played a pivotal role in significant legislative achievements, including the Balanced Budget Act and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. His career also included notable amendments and support for various economic, defense, healthcare, and environmental policies.

Political Ideas

John Spratt's political career is marked by a blend of fiscal conservatism and progressive social policies, creating a unique ideological tension. He co-authored the Balanced Budget Act of 1997 while simultaneously supporting expansive economic stimulus measures during the 2009 recession. Spratt's legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. His support for both defense spending and healthcare reform illustrates an intricate balancing act between traditional and progressive policy stances.

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

Election History

South Carolina's 5th congressional district election, 2010

102,296 votes (44.81%)

Loss

Winner: Mick Mulvaney

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

Election History

South Carolina's 5th congressional district election, 2008

188,785 votes (61.64%)

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

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district election, 2006

99,669 votes (56.90%)

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

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district election, 2004

152,867 votes (63.03%)

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

Election History

South Carolina's 5th congressional district election, 2002

121,912 votes (85.87%)

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

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district election results, 2000

126,877 votes (58.80%)

Win
1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district election results, 1998

95,105 votes (57.90%)

Win
1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district election results, 1996

97,335 votes (54.10%)

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

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district election results, 1994

77,311 votes (52.10%)

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

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district, 1992

112,031 votes (61.19%)

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

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district election results, 1990

78,203 votes (99.80%)

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

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district election results, 1988

107,959 votes (69.80%)

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

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district election results, 1986

95,859 votes (99.60%)

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

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district election results, 1984

98,513 votes (91.80%)

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

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South Carolina's 5th congressional district election results, 1982

69,345 votes (67.60%)

Win