John J. Blaine

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John J. Blaine

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth May 4, 1875
Date of Death April 16, 1934 (Age: 58)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

John J. Blaine graduated from Valparaiso University's law department and was admitted to the bar in Wisconsin. He practiced law and held various leadership roles, including serving as mayor of Boscobel and a member of the Wisconsin State Senate. Blaine also served as Wisconsin's Attorney General and Governor before being elected to the U.S. Senate. He authored the 21st Amendment, which repealed Prohibition, and later resumed practicing law.

Political Ideas

John J. Blaine's political identity is marked by a blend of ideological agility and regional pragmatism. He authored the 21st Amendment, which repealed Prohibition, while simultaneously opposing the Kellogg–Briand Pact due to its perceived endorsement of British imperialism. Blaine's endorsement of Democratic nominee Al Smith in 1928 further underscores his willingness to transcend partisan boundaries, driven by a nuanced approach to national and international issues.

Campaigns
1926: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Wisconsin

299,759 votes (54.94%)

Win
1924: Wisconsin State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1924 Wisconsin gubernatorial election

412,255 votes (51.76%)

Win

Wisconsin Governor 1924, Republican Primary Results

230,985 votes (54.38%)

Win
1922: Wisconsin State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1922 Wisconsin gubernatorial election

367,929 votes (76.36%)

Win

Wisconsin Governor 1922, Republican Primary Results

336,453 votes (67.22%)

Win
1920: Wisconsin State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1920 Wisconsin gubernatorial election

366,247 votes (52.98%)

Win

Wisconsin Governor 1920, Republican Primary Results

113,001 votes (29.87%)

Win
1914: Wisconsin State Governor

Election History

1914 Wisconsin gubernatorial election

32,543 votes (10.00%)

Loss

Winner: Emanuel L. Philipp