Matt Cartwright

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Matt Cartwright

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth May 1, 1961 (Age: 65)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral
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Overview
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Personal Background

Matt Cartwright holds a Bachelor of Arts in history, magna cum laude, from Hamilton College, and a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. He has extensive legal experience, having practiced at a family law firm and being admitted to multiple state bars. Cartwright has also contributed to legal education through co-authoring a legal treatise and serving on the Board of Governors for the American Association for Justice. His professional background includes media appearances as a legal analyst and leadership roles in civic organizations.

Political Ideas

Matt Cartwright’s political identity is marked by a steadfast alignment with progressive policies, yet he often engages in strategic alliances with unexpected factions. His legislative record reveals a nuanced approach to environmental regulations, blending progressive ideals with pragmatic considerations for regional industrial interests. Cartwright’s rhetorical style is marked by a deep commitment to community-centric narratives, often framing issues through the lens of local impact. This combination of ideological consistency and tactical flexibility makes Cartwright a compelling figure in contemporary politics.

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

Election History

Pennsylvania 8th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

189,411 votes (49.20%)

Loss

Winner: Rob Bresnahan

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

Election History

2022 Pennsylvania's 8th congressional district election

146,956 votes (51.20%)

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

Election History

Pennsylvania's 8th congressional district, 2020

178,004 votes (51.80%)

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

Election History

Pennsylvania's 8th congressional district, 2018

135,603 votes (54.60%)

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

Election History

Pennsylvania's 17th congressional district, 2016

157,734 votes (53.80%)

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

Election History

Pennsylvania's 17th congressional district, 2014

93,680 votes (56.80%)

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

Election History

Pennsylvania's 17th congressional district, 2012

60.30% of vote

Win