Tom McClintock

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Tom McClintock

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth July 10, 1956 (Age: 70)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Tom McClintock holds a degree in political science from UCLA and has a long-standing career in public service. He began his political career as chair of the Ventura County Republican Party and later served as chief of staff to a state senator. McClintock has held various leadership roles in policy research and advocacy, including director positions at the Center for the California Taxpayer and the Claremont Institute. His professional experience encompasses a blend of political leadership and policy direction, providing a strong foundation for his current role as a U.S. Representative.

Political Ideas

Tom McClintock's political philosophy is marked by a blend of fiscal conservatism and skepticism towards environmental regulations, creating an intriguing tension in his policy stances. He champions free-market principles and lower taxes, echoing Reaganomics, while simultaneously questioning the impact of human activity on global warming and opposing restrictive climate policies. McClintock's advocacy for unrestricted use of Yosemite and his support for building new dams to address water shortages further illustrate his preference for economic growth and regional benefits over environmental mandates. His calls for a strong national defense and a resolute response to terrorism underscore a commitment to national security, yet his critique of mass transit and shift towards individualized highway systems reveals a nuanced approach to infrastructure and environmental policies.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

California House of Representatives 5th District

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Kate Sills , Michael Masuda

California House of Representatives 5th District Nonpartisan Primary

129,065 votes (61.30%)

Win
2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California 5th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

227,643 votes (61.80%)

Win

Position Details

2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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2022 California's 5th congressional district election

173,524 votes (61.30%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 4th congressional district, 2020

247,291 votes (55.90%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 4th congressional district election, 2018

184,401 votes (54.10%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 4th congressional district election, 2016

220,133 votes (62.70%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 4th congressional district election, 2014

126,784 votes (60.00%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

United States House of Representatives elections

197,803 votes (61.10%)

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

Election History

United States House of Representatives elections

186,392 votes (61.30%)

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

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United States House of Representatives elections

185,790 votes (50.30%)

Win
2003: California State Governor

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California gubernatorial recall election

1,161,287 votes (13.50%)

Loss
2000: California State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

California State Senate District 19 election

165,422 votes (57.60%)

Win
1996: California State House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California State Assembly District 38 election

71,596 votes (55.50%)

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

Election History

United States House of Representatives elections

99,835 votes (39.10%)

Loss

Winner: Anna Eshoo

1982: California State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California State Assembly District 36 election

60,702 votes (55.90%)

Win