Stanford Parris

Stanford Parris

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth September 9, 1929
Date of Death March 27, 2010 (Age: 80)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Stanford Parris holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois and a Bachelor of Laws from George Washington University. He served as a U.S. Air Force pilot during the Korean War, earning multiple military decorations. Parris practiced law before transitioning to business, leading a Chrysler dealership and an air show. His career includes service on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, the Virginia House of Delegates, and the United States House of Representatives, where he chaired several science and technology committees.

Political Ideas

Stanford Parris's political identity is marked by an intriguing blend of regional advocacy and ideological flexibility. His legislative focus on prohibiting NFL television blackouts suggests an unexpected alignment with consumer interests against corporate monopolies. Parris's military background and subsequent policy stances reveal a deeply ingrained commitment to national defense, yet his frequent clashes with the District of Columbia government hint at a contentious approach to federalism. His controversial remarks and positions on civil rights issues further complicate his ideological profile, making his stances both unpredictable and thought-provoking.

Campaigns
1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Virginia House of Representatives 8th District

44.60% of vote

Loss

Winner: Jim Moran

1988: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Virginia House of Representatives 8th District

62.30% of vote

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

Election History

Virginia House of Representatives 8th District

61.80% of vote

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

Election History

Virginia House of Representatives 8th District

55.80% of vote

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

Election History

Virginia House of Representatives 8th District

49.70% of vote

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

Election History

Virginia House of Representatives 8th District

48.80% of vote

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

Election History

Virginia House of Representatives 8th District

42.40% of vote

Loss

Winner: Herbert Harris

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

Election History

Virginia House of Representatives 8th District

44.40% of vote

Win