William Hughes

William J. Hughes

U.S.A.

Party Democrat

Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps

Date of Birth October 17, 1932

Date of Death Oct. 30, 2019 (Age: 87)

Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

William Hughes graduated from Penns Grove High School and subsequently earned degrees from Rutgers University and Rutgers Law School. He began his career in law, serving as township solicitor and assistant prosecutor for Cape May County. Hughes transitioned to public service, representing his district in the United States House of Representatives for over two decades. He was appointed U.S. Ambassador to Panama by President Bill Clinton, where he successfully coordinated the turnover of military facilities and the Panama Canal.

Political Ideas

William Hughes consistently demonstrated a unique blend of local pragmatism and international diplomacy, particularly in his economic and foreign policy stances. His tenure as U.S. Ambassador to Panama showcased an unexpected focus on reducing drug trafficking and money laundering, revealing a strategic alignment of security and economic interests. Hughes's rhetorical style often emphasized calculated regional benefits, as seen in his successful coordination of the Panama Canal turnover. This juxtaposition of local and global concerns highlights a distinctive approach to policymaking that balances immediate regional needs with broader international objectives.

Campaigns

1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 2nd District

55.90% of vote

Win

1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 2nd District

88.20% of vote

Win

1988: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 2nd District

65.70% of vote

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1986: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 2nd District

68.30% of vote

Win

1984: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 2nd District

63.20% of vote

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1982: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 2nd District

68.00% of vote

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1980: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 2nd District

57.50% of vote

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1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 2nd District

66.40% of vote

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1976: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 2nd District

61.70% of vote

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1974: U.S.A. House of Representatives

ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 2nd District

57.30% of vote

Win

1970: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 2nd District

48.30% of vote

Loss

Winner: Charles W. Sandman Jr.