Robert Badham

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Robert Badham

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth June 9, 1929
Date of Death Oct. 21, 2005 (Age: 76)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Robert Badham graduated from Beverly Hills High School and earned a B.A. from Stanford University. He served in the United States Naval Reserve during the Korean War and later became an executive in a prominent hardware company. Badham spent fourteen years in the California State Assembly, where he co-authored legislation for personalized license plates and advocated for coastal conservation. He then served six terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, where he held a significant role on the House Armed Services Committee and represented the U.S. in NATO. Post-congressional service, he contributed to the California Board of Accountancy and local civil service boards, and supported community healthcare initiatives.

Political Ideas

Robert Badham's political career reveals a distinctive blend of local advocacy and national defense, advocating for small businesses while simultaneously engaging deeply in international security matters. His legislative efforts to protect Southern California's coastal ecosystems alongside his military committee role showcase an unusual intersection of environmental stewardship and national defense. Badham's approach to economic policies prioritizes localized job growth, hinting at a highly strategic, region-specific focus rather than a broad national agenda.

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

Election History

California's 40th congressional district election, 1986

119,829 votes (59.76%)

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

Election History

California's 40th congressional district election, 1984

164,257 votes (64.42%)

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

Election History

California's 40th congressional district election, 1982

144,228 votes (71.54%)

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

Election History

California's 40th congressional district election, 1980

213,999 votes (70.16%)

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

Election History

California's 40th congressional district election, 1978

147,882 votes (65.95%)

Win
1976: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 40th congressional district election, 1976

148,512 votes (59.25%)

Win