Louis Wyman

Louis C. Wyman

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth March 16, 1917
Date of Death May 5, 2002 (Age: 85)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Louis Wyman graduated from the University of New Hampshire and Harvard Law School, establishing a robust legal foundation. He served in the United States Naval Reserve during World War II, gaining experience in national security. Wyman held various legal and governmental positions, including serving as attorney general of New Hampshire and as counsel to multiple congressional committees. He transitioned to public service, representing New Hampshire in the U.S. House for several terms and later serving on the New Hampshire Superior Court.

Political Ideas

Louis Wyman's political career is marked by a distinctive blend of ideological rigidity and calculated pragmatism, particularly evident in his opposition to automobile safety regulations and his aggressive stance on alleged communists. Wyman's legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, showcasing a highly localized approach to protecting regional industrial interests. His judicial appointments and investigations into alleged communists further illustrate a tension between progressive legal reforms and a staunch anti-communist stance, prompting questions about how he reconciles these positions.

Campaigns
1972: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Hampshire House of Representatives 1st District

72.90% of vote

Win
1970: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Hampshire House of Representatives 1st District

67.40% of vote

Win
1968: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Hampshire House of Representatives 1st District

63.40% of vote

Win
1966: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Hampshire House of Representatives 1st District

56.20% of vote

Win
1964: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

New Hampshire House of Representatives 1st District

48.70% of vote

Loss

Winner: J. Oliva Huot

1962: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Hampshire House of Representatives 1st District

53.10% of vote

Win