Duncan L. Hunter

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Duncan L. Hunter

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth May 31, 1948 (Age: 78)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Duncan L. Hunter holds a Bachelor of Science in Law and Juris Doctor, having graduated from Western State University College of Law. He served in the United States Army, including a tour in South Vietnam with the Army Rangers' 75th Infantry Regiment, where he was awarded the Bronze Star, Air Medal, and Vietnam Service Medal. Hunter pursued a legal career, being admitted to the State Bar of California in 1976, although he has held inactive status since 1983. His family life includes a marriage to Lynne Layh and two sons, one of whom has followed a military career.

Political Ideas

Duncan L. Hunter's political identity is marked by a staunch conservative ideology, underscored by a lifetime rating of 92% from the American Conservative Union. His military background, including service in Vietnam and numerous commendations, informs his strong stance on defense and national security, often aligning him with hawkish positions. Hunter's personal life, including his family's deep religious roots and the financial setback from a major fire, adds layers to his narrative, suggesting a blend of resilience and traditional values. His unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations hints at a calculated approach to balancing ideological purity with pragmatic regional interests.

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2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 52nd congressional district election, 2006

123,696 votes (64.64%)

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

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California's 52nd congressional district election, 2004

187,799 votes (69.19%)

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2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 52nd congressional district election, 2002

118,561 votes (70.15%)

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2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 52nd congressional district election, 2000

131,345 votes (64.70%)

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1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 52nd congressional district election, 1998

116,251 votes (75.70%)

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1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 52nd congressional district election, 1996

116,746 votes (65.47%)

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1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 52nd congressional district election, 1994

109,201 votes (63.98%)

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1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 52nd congressional district election, 1992

112,995 votes (52.85%)

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1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 45th congressional district election, 1990

123,591 votes (72.85%)

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1988: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 45th congressional district election, 1988

166,451 votes (74.01%)

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1986: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 45th congressional district election, 1986

118,900 votes (58.09%)

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1984: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 45th congressional district election, 1984

149,011 votes (75.14%)

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1982: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 45th congressional district election, 1982

117,771 votes (68.57%)

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1980: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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California's 42nd congressional district election, 1980

53.27% of vote

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