Richard T. Hanna

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Richard T. Hanna

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth June 9, 1914
Date of Death June 9, 2001 (Age: 87)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Richard T. Hanna holds a BA and LLB from the University of California, Los Angeles, and graduated from Pasadena Junior College. He served in the United States Naval Air Corps and subsequently became a lawyer in private practice. Hanna spent seven years in the California State Assembly, showcasing his commitment to public service. His career includes a significant legal and legislative milestone, though it was later marred by a bribery scandal.

Political Ideas

Richard T. Hanna's political journey is marked by a blend of regional advocacy and controversial financial dealings, suggesting a complex interplay between local interests and ethical boundaries. His legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, hinting at a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Hanna's involvement in the Koreagate Scandal underscores a tension between his public service and private financial decisions, raising questions about the influence of personal gain on political decisions.

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

Election History

California's 34th congressional district election, 1972

113,841 votes (67.22%)

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

Election History

California's 34th congressional district election, 1970

101,664 votes (54.46%)

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

Election History

California's 34th congressional district election, 1968

105,880 votes (50.85%)

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

Election History

California's 34th congressional district election, 1966

127,976 votes (55.79%)

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

Election History

California's 34th congressional district election, 1964

137,588 votes (58.25%)

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

Election History

California's 34th congressional district election, 1962

90,758 votes (55.94%)

Win