Richard Pombo

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Richard Pombo

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth January 8, 1961 (Age: 65)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
Community
Analysis
Personal Background

Richard Pombo began his career in the agricultural sector, working for his family's cattle and dairy business. He later transitioned into local government, serving on the Tracy City Council. Pombo holds a foundational background in both private enterprise and public service, which may have equipped him with diverse skill sets. He attended Cal Poly, Pomona, although he did not complete his degree. Pombo's professional trajectory includes significant leadership roles in both the private and public sectors.

Political Ideas

Richard Pombo's political identity is marked by a steadfast commitment to fiscal conservatism, as evidenced by his repeated signing of the Taxpayer Protection Pledge. Despite this, his environmental policies drew significant opposition from prominent green groups, revealing an unexpected tension in his policy stances. Pombo's response to corruption allegations further highlights his ideological rigidity, dismissing the watchdog group as a partisan entity. His career trajectory, from local politics to national office and back, suggests a highly localized approach to governance, deeply rooted in his rural California background.

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

Election History

California's 11th congressional district election, 2006

96,396 votes (46.73%)

Loss

Winner: Jerry McNerney

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

Election History

California's 11th congressional district election, 2004

163,582 votes (61.23%)

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

Election History

California's 11th congressional district election, 2002

104,921 votes (60.31%)

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

Election History

California's 11th congressional district election, 2000

120,635 votes (57.83%)

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

Election History

California's 11th congressional district election, 1998

95,496 votes (61.43%)

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

Election History

California's 11th congressional district election, 1996

107,477 votes (59.35%)

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

Election History

California's 11th congressional district election, 1994

99,302 votes (62.14%)

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

Election History

California's 11th congressional district election, 1992

47.59% of vote

Win