Marge Roukema

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Marge Roukema

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth September 19, 1929
Date of Death Nov. 12, 2014 (Age: 85)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
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Personal Background

Marge Roukema holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and political science, complemented by graduate coursework in city and regional planning. She began her career as an American history teacher and later served on the board of education for Ridgewood Public Schools. Roukema's educational background and professional experience in education and public service laid a solid foundation for her future endeavors.

Political Ideas

Marge Roukema's political philosophy is deeply rooted in local governance and community-centric policymaking, evident from her educational background in regional planning and her experience as a school board member. Her approach often balances ideological rigidity with pragmatic considerations, particularly when addressing regional economic interests. Roukema’s rhetorical style is grounded in personal narratives, drawing on her life experiences to frame policy discussions, which adds a unique, relatable dimension to her public persona.

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

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 5th District

65.40% of vote

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

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 5th District

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

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 5th District

71.29% of vote

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

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 5th District

74.20% of vote

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

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 5th District

71.50% of vote

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

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 5th District

75.70% of vote

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

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 5th District

75.70% of vote

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

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 5th District

68.00% of vote

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

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 5th District

71.20% of vote

Win
1980: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 7th District

50.70% of vote

Win
1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 7th District

46.60% of vote

Loss

Winner: Andrew Maguire