Henning A. Blomen

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Henning A. Blomen

U.S.A.

Party Socialist Labor
Latest Campaign State Governor
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Henning A. Blomen spent over two decades in various labor roles, including positions as a shipper, coffee importer, and machine assembler. He graduated from high school in 1928 and remained active in socialist politics throughout his life, holding memberships in the Socialist Labor Party of America and the Industrial Union Party. Blomen served in World War II and later ran for political office, including a campaign for governor and congressional seats. He was married to Connie Zimmerman, who also pursued political roles within the socialist movement.

Political Ideas

Henning A. Blomen's political identity is marked by a staunch commitment to De Leonist principles, advocating for a bloodless revolution and the abolishment of capitalism. His legislative efforts consistently align with a socialist industrial republic, yet his opposition to the Vietnam War reveals an ideological flexibility that contrasts with his rigid economic stances. Blomen's approach juxtaposes a revolutionary zeal with a surprising wariness toward military conflict, creating an intriguing conceptual tension.

Campaigns
1970: Massachusetts State Governor

Election History

Massachusetts gubernatorial election, 1970

6,747 votes (0.36%)

Loss

Winner: Francis W. Sargent

1966: Massachusetts State Governor

Election History

1966 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

6,539 votes (0.32%)

Loss

Winner: John A. Volpe

1962: Massachusetts State Governor

Election History

1962 Massachusetts gubernatorial election : 9

5,477 votes (0.26%)

Loss

Winner: Endicott Peabody

1960: Massachusetts State Governor

Election History

Massachusetts gubernatorial election, 1960

9,474 votes (0.39%)

Loss

Winner: John A. Volpe

1958: Massachusetts State Governor

Election History

Massachusetts gubernatorial election, 1958

7,871 votes (0.42%)

Loss

Winner: Foster Furcolo

1956: Massachusetts State Governor

Election History

Massachusetts gubernatorial election, 1956

5,799 votes (0.25%)

Loss

Winner: Foster Furcolo

1944: Massachusetts State Governor

Election History

Massachusetts gubernatorial election, 1944

5,176 votes (0.30%)

Loss

Winner: Maurice J. Tobin

1942: Massachusetts State Governor

Election History

Massachusetts gubernatorial election, 1942

3,090 votes (0.22%)

Loss

Winner: Leverett Saltonstall

1940: Massachusetts State Governor

Election History

Massachusetts gubernatorial election, 1940

3,463 votes (0.17%)

Loss

Winner: Leverett Saltonstall