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Bennie G. Thompson

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth January 28, 1948 (Age: 78)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Bennie Thompson was born in 1948 in Bolton, Mississippi. He completed his undergraduate studies in political science and his graduate studies in educational administration. Thompson began his career in public service as an alderman and mayor in Mississippi before serving on the Hinds County Board of Supervisors. His professional background includes significant leadership roles in both the public and private sectors, providing a robust foundation for his legislative career. Thompson has consistently demonstrated expertise in civil rights, emergency management, and national security, highlighted by his legislative initiatives and committee leadership.

Political Ideas

Bennie Thompson's political identity is marked by a strategic blend of regional advocacy and national security concerns. He champions Gulf Coast recovery initiatives while simultaneously advocating for stringent national security measures, creating a unique tension between local and federal interests. Thompson's rhetorical style often emphasizes accountability and reform, particularly in emergency management and civil rights, while his legislative actions reveal a willingness to diverge from party lines to protect his constituents' interests.

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

Election History

Mississippi House of Representatives 2nd District

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(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Ron Eller

Mississippi House of Representatives 2nd District Democrat Primary

61,203 votes (86.10%)

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

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Mississippi 2nd District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

177,885 votes (62.00%)

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Position Details

Committee Membership
Homeland Security
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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2022 Mississippi's 2nd congressional district election

108,285 votes (60.10%)

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

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district, 2020

196,224 votes (66.00%)

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

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district, 2018

158,921 votes (71.80%)

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

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district, 2016

192,343 votes (67.10%)

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

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district, 2014

100,688 votes (67.80%)

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

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district, 2012

214,978 votes (67.10%)

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

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district general election, November 2, 2010

105,327 votes (61.47%)

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

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district election, 2008

201,606 votes (69.05%)

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2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Mississippi's 2nd congressional district election, 2006

100,160 votes (64.27%)

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2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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2004 Mississippi's 2nd congressional district

154,626 votes (58.38%)

Win