Marcy Kaptur

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Marcy Kaptur

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth June 17, 1946 (Age: 80)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Marcy Kaptur holds a strong educational background, having earned an undergraduate degree in history and a Master of Urban Planning. She furthered her expertise with doctoral studies in urban planning development finance. Kaptur's professional experience includes roles as an urban planner, director of planning, and domestic policy advisor on urban affairs within the Carter administration. She has demonstrated leadership capabilities through her work in both the public and private sectors, transitioning from managing institutional risk in high-finance to impactful public service roles.

Political Ideas

Marcy Kaptur's political identity is marked by a distinctive blend of local advocacy and progressive policy stances. She champions job training programs and tariffs to protect regional industries, while simultaneously advocating for comprehensive immigration reform and secure borders. Kaptur's support for an "all of the above" energy policy and urban agriculture reveals a pragmatic yet unconventional approach to policymaking. Her legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Kaptur's rhetorical style is rooted in a commitment to local issues, often framing national debates through the lens of her Ohio constituents.

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

Election History

Ohio House of Representatives 9th District

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Derek Merrin , Wayne Kinsel

Ohio House of Representatives 9th District Democrat Primary

Unopposed

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

Election History

Ohio 9th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

181,098 votes (48.30%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Appropriations
Budget
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 Ohio's 9th congressional district election

150,655 votes (56.60%)

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

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Ohio's 9th congressional district, 2020

190,328 votes (63.10%)

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

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Ohio's 9th congressional district, 2018

157,219 votes (67.80%)

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

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Ohio's 9th congressional district, 2016

193,966 votes (68.70%)

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

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Ohio's 9th congressional district, 2014

108,870 votes (67.70%)

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

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Ohio's 9th congressional district, 2012

217,771 votes (73.10%)

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

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Ohio's 9th Congressional District House election, 2010

121,819 votes (59.35%)

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

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Ohio's 9th Congressional District election, 2008

222,054 votes (74.40%)

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

Election History

Ohio's 9th Congressional District election, 2006

153,880 votes (73.63%)

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

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Ohio's 9th Congressional District election, 2004

205,149 votes (68.13%)

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

Election History

Ohio's 9th Congressional District election, 2002

132,236 votes (73.99%)

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

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Ohio's 9th Congressional District election, 2000

168,547 votes (74.80%)

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

Election History

Ohio House of Representatives 9th District

81.00% of vote

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

Election History

Ohio House of Representatives 9th District

81.00% of vote

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

Election History

Ohio House of Representatives 9th District

75.30% of vote

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

Election History

Ohio House of Representatives 9th District

73.60% of vote

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

Election History

Ohio House of Representatives 9th District

77.70% of vote

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

Election History

Ohio House of Representatives 9th District

81.30% of vote

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

Election History

Ohio House of Representatives 9th District

77.50% of vote

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

Election History

Ohio House of Representatives 9th District

54.90% of vote

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

Election History

Ohio House of Representatives 9th District

57.90% of vote

Win