Robert Leggett

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Robert Louis Leggett

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth July 26, 1926
Date of Death Aug. 13, 1997 (Age: 71)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Robert Leggett holds a robust academic background, having earned a B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley and a J.D. from the University of California's Boalt Hall School of Jurisprudence. His professional journey began with military service in the United States Naval Air Corps, followed by a legal career where he practiced law in Vallejo, California. Leggett transitioned into politics, serving in the California State Assembly and later in Congress, where he notably opposed the Vietnam War and was an early environmentalist. His tenure included service on the House Armed Services Committee, reflecting his engagement in defense and military policy.

Political Ideas

Robert Leggett's political identity is marked by a complex blend of anti-war activism and environmental advocacy, juxtaposed with his involvement in defense policy. His early stance against the Vietnam War contrasts with his role on the House Armed Services Committee, suggesting a nuanced approach to national security. Leggett's pioneering environmental advocacy further complicates his ideological profile, hinting at a strategic alignment of seemingly disparate policy areas. His personal controversies, including the Koreagate investigation, add another layer of intrigue, revealing a politician willing to navigate treacherous waters.

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1976: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 4th congressional district election, 1976

75,844 votes (50.22%)

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1974: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 4th congressional district election, 1974

100,934 votes (100.00%)

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

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California's 4th congressional district election, 1972

114,673 votes (67.44%)

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1970: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 4th congressional district election, 1970

103,485 votes (67.96%)

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1968: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 4th congressional district election, 1968

88,067 votes (55.54%)

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1966: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 4th congressional district election, 1966

67,942 votes (59.45%)

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1964: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 4th congressional district election, 1964

84,949 votes (71.92%)

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1962: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 4th congressional district election, 1962

55,563 votes (56.50%)

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