John W. Bricker

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John W. Bricker

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth September 6, 1893
Date of Death March 22, 1986 (Age: 92)
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Personal Background

John W. Bricker holds a Bachelor of Arts and a law degree from Ohio State University, where he was admitted to the bar in 1917 and began his legal practice in Columbus shortly thereafter. His public service career includes roles as a military chaplain, solicitor, assistant attorney general, and attorney general of Ohio, culminating in three terms as governor. Bricker founded a prominent Columbus law firm and later served as a United States Senator, where he chaired the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce.

Political Ideas

John W. Bricker's political philosophy is marked by a staunch opposition to centralized government, advocating for increased state and local autonomy. His support for the Civil Rights Act of 1957 contrasts with his criticism of New Deal policies and wartime rationing, revealing a complex stance on federal intervention. Bricker's efforts to amend the Constitution to limit presidential powers in foreign affairs highlight a unique focus on executive accountability. His legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests.

Campaigns
1958: U.S.A. Senate

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Ohio

1,497,199 votes (47.54%)

Loss

Winner: Stephen M. Young

1952: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senator from Ohio

1,878,971 votes (54.59%)

Win
1946: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senator from Ohio

Win
1944: U.S.A. Vice President

Election History

U.S.A. Vice President

22,017,929 votes (45.90%)

Loss

Winner: Harry S Truman

1942: Ohio State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

54th Governor of Ohio

1,086,937 votes (60.50%)

Win

Ohio Governor 1942, Republican Primary Results

350,730 votes (100.00%)

Win
1940: Ohio State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1940 Ohio gubernatorial election

1,824,863 votes (55.55%)

Win

Ohio Governor 1940, Republican Primary Results

612,610 votes (100.00%)

Win
1938: Ohio State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

54th Governor of Ohio

1,265,548 votes (52.45%)

Win
1936: Ohio State Governor

Election History

1936 Ohio gubernatorial election

1,412,773 votes (47.74%)

Loss

Winner: Martin L. Davey