Tom Carper

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Tom Carper

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth January 23, 1947 (Age: 79)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Tom Carper holds a solid foundation in economics and public service. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Ohio State University and an MBA from the University of Delaware. His career began with military service in the U.S. Navy and later in the Naval Reserve. Carper transitioned to state employment, where he developed Delaware's first cash management system as Treasurer. He then spent a decade in the U.S. House of Representatives, focusing on economic and financial matters, and later served two terms as Governor of Delaware, where he implemented significant economic and tax reforms.

Political Ideas

Tom Carper’s political identity is marked by a calculated approach to policymaking that often defies conventional ideological boundaries. He champions tax reforms and economic incentives that attract businesses to Delaware, yet he also supports environmental regulations that protect regional interests. Carper’s legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental issues, revealing a highly localized strategy. His rhetorical style emphasizes bipartisan cooperation and regional benefits, often framing policy decisions through the lens of economic stability and industrial growth.

Campaigns
2018: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator in Delaware, 2018

217,385 votes

Win
2018: None State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senate Democratic primary results

53,633 votes (64.59%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Delaware

265,415 votes (66.42%)

Win
2006: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

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U.S.A. Senator from Delaware

170,567 votes (67.13%)

Win
2000: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

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U.S.A. Senator from Delaware

181,566 votes (55.53%)

Win
1996: Delaware State Governor
ELECTED

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Delaware gubernatorial election, 1996

188,300 votes (69.50%)

Win
1992: Delaware State Governor
ELECTED

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Delaware gubernatorial election, 1992

179,365 votes (64.74%)

Win

Democratic Party primary results

36,600 votes (89.19%)

Win
1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Delaware House of Representatives At-large District

65.50% of vote

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

Election History

Delaware House of Representatives At Large District

67.50% of vote

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

Election History

Delaware House of Representatives At Large District

66.20% of vote

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

Election History

Delaware House of Representatives At-large District

58.50% of vote

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

Election History

Delaware House of Representatives At-large District

52.40% of vote

Win