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Kevin McCarthy

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth January 26, 1965 (Age: 61)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Kevin McCarthy holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Business Administration from California State University, Bakersfield. He began his career in the private sector before transitioning to public service, where he served on the staff of a Congressman. McCarthy has demonstrated leadership in both the private and public sectors, including roles as chair of the California Young Republicans and the Young Republican National Federation. He has held various positions within the California State Assembly, culminating in his role as the Republican floor leader.

Political Ideas

Kevin McCarthy's political identity is marked by a staunch commitment to free-market principles and limited government intervention, yet his legislative record reveals unexpected alliances on environmental regulations. His advocacy for tax cuts and deregulation, paired with opposition to strict environmental laws, showcases a calculated approach to balancing regional economic interests. McCarthy's support for school choice and local control in education, alongside his conservative stance on social issues, underscores a deeply localized ideological framework. His rhetoric often emphasizes traditional values, yet his policy positions suggest an ideological agility that prompts further inquiry into his strategic calculations.

Campaigns
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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2022 California's 20th congressional district election

153,847 votes (67.20%)

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

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California's 23rd congressional district, 2020

190,222 votes (62.10%)

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

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California's 23rd congressional district election, 2018

131,113 votes (63.70%)

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

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California's 23rd congressional district election, 2016

167,116 votes (69.20%)

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2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 23rd congressional district election, 2014

100,317 votes (74.80%)

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2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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2012 California's 23rd congressional district election

158,161 votes (73.20%)

Win
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 22nd congressional district election, 2010

173,490 votes (98.80%)

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

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California's 22nd congressional district election, 2008

224,549 votes (100.00%)

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

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California's 22nd congressional district election, 2006

70.70% of vote

Win