Tom Foley

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Tom Foley

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth March 6, 1929
Date of Death Oct. 18, 2013 (Age: 84)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Tom Foley completed his undergraduate and law degrees at the University of Washington, establishing a solid educational foundation. He began his career as a private practice attorney and held various legal positions, including deputy prosecuting attorney and assistant attorney general. Foley transitioned into public service, serving as a staff member for a U.S. senator before being elected to Congress. During his tenure, he chaired multiple committees and played a pivotal role in landmark civil rights legislation. After leaving Congress, he held significant roles in both the public and private sectors, including serving as U.S. Ambassador to Japan and leading the Federal City Council.

Political Ideas

Tom Foley's political identity is marked by an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. His legislative record shows a consistent commitment to civil rights, yet he also maintained a nuanced stance on economic policies that balanced progressive ideals with regional economic realities. Foley's rhetorical style is characterized by a deep appreciation for bipartisanship, as evidenced by the wide-ranging tributes from political adversaries upon his passing.

Campaigns
1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Washington House of Representatives 5th District

49.10% of vote

Loss

Winner: George Nethercutt

1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Washington House of Representatives 5th District

55.20% of vote

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

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Washington House of Representatives 5th District

68.80% of vote

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

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Washington House of Representatives 5th District

76.40% of vote

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

Election History

Washington House of Representatives 5th District

74.70% of vote

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

Election History

Washington House of Representatives 5th District

69.70% of vote

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

Election History

Washington House of Representatives 5th District

64.30% of vote

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

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Washington House of Representatives 5th District

51.90% of vote

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

Election History

Washington House of Representatives 5th District

48.00% of vote

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

Election History

Washington House of Representatives 5th District

58.00% of vote

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

Election History

Washington House of Representatives 5th District

64.30% of vote

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

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Washington House of Representatives 5th District

81.30% of vote

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

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Washington House of Representatives 5th District

67.00% of vote

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

Election History

Washington House of Representatives 5th District

56.80% of vote

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

Election History

Washington House of Representatives 5th District

56.50% of vote

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

Election History

Washington House of Representatives 5th District

53.40% of vote

Win