Kathy Castor

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Kathy Castor

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth August 20, 1966 (Age: 59)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Kathy Castor graduated from Chamberlain High School and holds a B.A. in political science from Emory University and a J.D. from Florida State University College of Law. She began her career as an assistant general counsel for the Florida Department of Community Affairs, focusing on growth management and land-use policy. Castor then transitioned to private practice as a land use attorney and later served on the Hillsborough County Commission, where she chaired the Environmental Protection Commission and worked on transportation, health care, and growth management issues.

Political Ideas

Kathy Castor's political identity is marked by a unique blend of local governance expertise and progressive social stances. Her consistent focus on growth management and land-use policy, shaped by her early career and education, reveals a deeply localized approach to policymaking. Castor's advocacy for environmental protection, paired with her progressive vote against barring county recognition of gay pride events, showcases an ideological agility that bridges traditionally opposing factions. This calculated approach raises questions about how Castor balances regional industrial interests with broader social justice goals.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 14th District

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Rocky Rochford

2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Florida 14th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

199,423 votes (56.95%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Energy and Commerce
Select Comm on the Strategic Competition US and China
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Florida's 14th congressional district, 2022

149,737 votes (56.90%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Florida’s 14th congressional district, 2020

224,240 votes (60.25%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Florida's 14th congressional district, 2018

Unopposed

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

Election History

Florida’s 14th congressional district, 2016

195,789 votes (61.80%)

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

Election History

Florida's 14th congressional district, 2014

Unopposed

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

Election History

Florida's 14th congressional district, 2012

197,121 votes (70.20%)

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

Election History

Florida's 11th congressional district election, 2010

89,211 votes (60.00%)

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

Election History

Florida's 11th congressional district election, 2008

184,106 votes (71.70%)

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

Election History

Florida's 11th congressional district election, 2006

69.65% of vote

Win