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Robert Stafford

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth August 8, 1913
Date of Death Dec. 23, 2006 (Age: 93)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Robert Stafford holds a strong educational foundation, including a Bachelor of Science from Middlebury College and an LL.B. from Boston University School of Law. He began his career in law and early political involvement, serving as Rutland's grand juror. His military service in the Navy Reserve included intelligence postings and commanding roles during World War II and the Korean War. Stafford held various state and local political positions, including Rutland County State's Attorney and Vermont Attorney General, before serving as governor. He then transitioned to federal politics, representing Vermont in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate, where he chaired the Committee on Environment and Public Works and authored the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

Political Ideas

Robert Stafford's political career is marked by a blend of traditional Republican values and progressive policy positions, particularly on civil rights and disaster relief. His support for landmark civil rights legislation contrasts with his controversial backing of weapons sales to the Nicaraguan contras. Stafford's legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests.

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1982: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Vermont

84,450 votes (50.27%)

Win
1976: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

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U.S.A. Senator from Vermont

94,481 votes (49.97%)

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

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Vermont House of Representatives At-large District

68.10% of vote

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

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Vermont House of Representatives At Large District

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

Election History

Vermont House of Representatives At-large District

65.60% of vote

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

Election History

Vermont House of Representatives At-large District

57.80% of vote

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

Election History

Vermont House of Representatives At-large District

56.70% of vote

Win
1960: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Vermont House of Representatives At-large District

57.20% of vote

Win
1958: Vermont State Governor
ELECTED

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1958 Vermont gubernatorial election

62,222 votes (50.30%)

Win

Vermont Governor 1958, Republican Primary Results

43,547 votes (99.90%)

Win