Joe Manchin

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Joe Manchin

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth August 24, 1947 (Age: 78)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Joseph Manchin III graduated from West Virginia University with a degree in business administration. He founded a waste coal brokerage company before entering politics. Manchin held various positions in the West Virginia House of Delegates, Senate, and as Secretary of State, Governor, and U.S. Senator. His career reflects a blend of private sector experience and progressive public service roles.

Political Ideas

Joe Manchin's political identity is marked by a unique blend of ideological flexibility and steadfast regional advocacy. Despite his Democratic roots, he often diverges from party lines, particularly on issues like coal mining and immigration, reflecting a localized approach to governance. His legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Manchin's rhetorical style emphasizes common sense and bipartisanship, often positioning him as a bridge between divergent political landscapes.

Campaigns
2018: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from West Virginia

290,510 votes (49.57%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from West Virginia

399,908 votes (60.57%)

Win
2010: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senate special election in West Virginia results

283,358 votes (53.47%)

Win

West Virginia Democratic primary election

67,498 votes

Win
2010: West Virginia State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senate special election in West Virginia Democratic primary

67,498 votes (72.90%)

Win
2008: West Virginia State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia gubernatorial election, 2008

492,697 votes (69.81%)

Win

West Virginia Governor 2008, Democrat Primary

264,775 votes (74.62%)

Win
2004: West Virginia State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia gubernatorial election

472,758 votes (63.51%)

Win

West Virginia gubernatorial election Democratic primary

149,362 votes (52.73%)

Win
1996: West Virginia State Governor

Election History

West Virginia gubernatorial election Democratic primary

107,124 votes (32.56%)

Loss
1982: West Virginia State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

West Virginia House of Delegates 31st district general election

16,160 votes

Win