Jim Oberweis

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Jim Oberweis

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth June 10, 1946 (Age: 80)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Jim Oberweis holds a Bachelor of Arts and an MBA from the University of Chicago, complemented by international studies at Technische Hochschule Darmstadt. He began his career as a teacher before transitioning to investment management, where he established a securities firm and a successful dairy business. Oberweis has also been a financial news anchor and host, frequently appearing on major financial networks. His professional expertise spans finance, entrepreneurship, and leadership in both the private and public sectors.

Political Ideas

Jim Oberweis combines a business-centric ideology with a strong emphasis on local industry and family values. He champions small-cap growth equities and sustainable farming practices, revealing a calculated approach to protecting regional economic interests. Oberweis's advocacy for financial literacy and STEM education highlights his belief in empowering individuals through knowledge. His unique stance on promoting chess as an educational tool adds an unexpected dimension to his policy portfolio, suggesting a strategic blend of traditional and unconventional educational values.

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

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 19th District

Active

Competing Candidates: Byron Donalds (Incumbent) , Catalina Lauf , Howard Sapp , Jim Schwartzel , John Fratto , John Strand , Madison Cawthorn , Mike Pedersen , Ola Hawatmeh

2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Illinois's 14th congressional district, 2020

197,835 votes (49.33%)

Loss

Winner: Lauren Underwood

2014: U.S.A. Senate

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Illinois

1,538,522 votes (42.69%)

Loss

Winner: Dick Durbin

2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Illinois's 14th congressional district election, 2008

135,653 votes (42.25%)

Loss

Winner: Bill Foster

2006: Illinois State Governor

Election History

Republican gubernatorial primary results

233,576 votes (31.74%)

Loss

Winner: Judy Baar Topinka