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Ron Paul

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth August 20, 1935 (Age: 90)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
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Personal Background

Ron Paul holds a B.S. in biology and a Doctor of Medicine degree, indicating a strong educational foundation in science and medicine. He served in the United States Air Force and Air National Guard, demonstrating leadership and commitment to national defense. Paul transitioned from a medical career to a political one, entering public service in the mid-1970s. He has held various political positions and founded the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity, showcasing a dedication to promoting peace and prosperity.

Political Ideas

Ron Paul's political identity is marked by a staunch advocacy for a minimalist government, focusing only on national defense, a court system, and a criminal justice system. His economic stance sharply criticizes deficit spending and large budgets, even opposing Reagan's fiscal policies. Internationally, Paul's non-interventionist views and opposition to military interventions in Afghanistan and Syria reveal a highly calculated approach to foreign policy. His vocal criticism of NSA surveillance and praise for Edward Snowden illustrate a unique alignment with civil liberties advocates. Ron Paul's warnings about an impending financial crisis and currency crash further underscore his unconventional economic foresight.

Campaigns
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 14th congressional district, 2010

140,623 votes (75.99%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 14th congressional district, 2008

191,293 votes (100.00%)

Win
2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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2006 U.S. House election: Texas district 14

94,380 votes (60.18%)

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

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Texas's 14th congressional district, 2004

173,668 votes (100.00%)

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

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Texas's 14th congressional district, 2002

102,905 votes (68.09%)

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

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Texas's 14th congressional district, 2000

137,370 votes (59.71%)

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

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Texas's 14th congressional district, 1998

84,459 votes (55.25%)

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

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Texas's 14th congressional district, 1996

51.08% of vote

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

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Texas's 22nd congressional district, 1982

66,536 votes (98.60%)

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

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Texas's 22nd congressional district, 1980

106,797 votes (51.04%)

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

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Texas's 22nd congressional district, 1978

50.56% of vote

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

Election History

Texas's 22nd congressional district, 1976

96,267 votes (49.93%)

Loss

Winner: Robert Gammage

1974: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Texas's 22nd congressional district, 1974

28.35% of vote

Loss

Winner: Robert Casey