Florence Prag Kahn

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Florence Prag Kahn

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth November 9, 1866
Date of Death Nov. 16, 1948 (Age: 82)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Florence Prag Kahn graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, and taught high school English and History. She served as an aide to her husband, Julius Kahn, who was a member of Congress. Kahn also contributed articles to the San Francisco Chronicle.

Political Ideas

Florence Prag Kahn's political identity is marked by a blend of progressive advocacy and regional economic pragmatism. Her support for small businesses and economic growth juxtaposes with her backing of increased public education funding, suggesting a nuanced approach to fiscal policy. Kahn's emphasis on the contributions of immigrants to American society, coupled with her advocacy for fair immigration policies, reveals a deeply humanistic stance that transcends typical partisan divides. This strategic framing of issues indicates a highly localized and community-oriented political philosophy. Her ability to navigate and reconcile seemingly divergent policy stances hints at an ideologically agile approach, prompting further inquiry into her strategic motivations.

Campaigns
1936: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

California's 4th congressional district election, 1936

43,805 votes (40.00%)

Loss

Winner: Franck R. Havenner

1934: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 4th congressional district election, 1934

50,491 votes (48.00%)

Win
1932: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 4th congressional district election, 1932

67,425 votes (85.30%)

Win
1930: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 4th congressional district election, 1930

47,397 votes (100.00%)

Win
1928: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 4th congressional district election, 1928

50,206 votes (76.00%)

Win
1926: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 4th congressional district election, 1926

37,353 votes (63.40%)

Win