William Lacy Clay Jr.

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William Lacy Clay Jr.

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth July 27, 1956 (Age: 70)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

William Lacy Clay Jr. holds a degree in political science and a paralegal certificate from the University of Maryland, College Park, and has experience in law through Howard University School of Law. He began his political career in the Missouri House of Representatives and later served in the Missouri Senate. Clay transitioned to the U.S. House of Representatives, where he represented St. Louis for two decades, showcasing leadership through various primary and general election victories. His professional background includes significant legislative work, such as authoring Missouri's Hate Crimes Law.

Political Ideas

William Lacy Clay Jr. combines progressive social policies with a pragmatic approach to economic issues. His authorship of Missouri's Hate Crimes Law reflects a strong commitment to civil rights, while his opposition to the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 reveals a critical stance toward federal intervention. Clay's support for quantitative easing, despite his economic conservatism, shows a nuanced understanding of financial policy. His unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations hints at a highly localized strategy to protect regional interests.

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

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Missouri's 1st congressional district, 2018

219,781 votes (80.10%)

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

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Missouri’s 1st congressional district, 2016

236,993 votes (75.50%)

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2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Missouri's 1st congressional district, 2014

119,315 votes (73.00%)

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2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Missouri's 1st congressional district, 2012

267,927 votes (78.70%)

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2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Missouri's 1st district general election, November 2, 2010

135,907 votes (73.55%)

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2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Missouri's 1st congressional district election, 2008

242,570 votes (86.90%)

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2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Missouri's 1st congressional district election, 2006)

141,574 votes (72.89%)

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2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Missouri House of Representatives 1st District

75.30% of vote

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2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Missouri House of Representatives 1st District

70.11% of vote

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2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Missouri House of Representatives 1st District

76.00% of vote

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