Dave Reichert

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Dave Reichert

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth August 29, 1950 (Age: 75)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Dave Reichert was born in 1950 and raised in Washington, where he graduated from high school in 1968. He earned an Associate of Arts degree in social work and subsequently served in the Air Force Reserves and the King County Sheriff's Office. Reichert played a key role in the Green River Task Force and contributed to the psychological profiling of the Green River killer. Appointed sheriff of King County in 1997, he published a memoir about his experiences and was recognized as the National Sheriffs' Association's Sheriff of the Year in 2004. Transitioning to federal politics, Reichert was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2005 and re-elected multiple times. His professional background encompasses law enforcement, public service, and legislative work.

Political Ideas

Dave Reichert's political identity is marked by a blend of traditional Republican stances with occasional deviations that reveal a nuanced approach. He supported restrictive immigration policies while also advocating for the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," showcasing an unexpected openness towards LGBTQ+ military service. Reichert's legislative efforts, such as preventing the use of welfare benefits for marijuana purchases, highlight a stringent fiscal conservatism. However, his opposition to same-sex marriage and transgender rights, coupled with his support for certain LGBTQ+ rights, presents a complex ideological landscape.

Campaigns
2024: Washington State Governor

Election History

Blanket primary results

Loss

Winner: Ricky Anthony

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

Election History

Washington's 8th congressional district, 2016

193,145 votes (60.20%)

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

Election History

Washington's 8th congressional district, 2014

125,741 votes (63.30%)

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

Election History

Washington's 8th Congressional District, 2012

180,204 votes (59.70%)

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

Election History

Washington's 8th congressional district general election, November 2, 2010

161,296 votes (52.05%)

Win

Washington's 8th congressional district primary election, August 17, 2010

76,118 votes (47.23%)

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

Election History

Washington's 8th congressional district general election, November 4, 2008

52.78% of vote

Win

Washington's 8th congressional district primary election, August 19, 2008

48.54% of vote

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

Election History

Washington's 8th congressional district election, 2006)

129,362 votes (51.46%)

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

Election History

Washington's 8th congressional district election, 2004)

173,298 votes (51.50%)

Win