Lamar Alexander

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Lamar Alexander

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth July 3, 1940 (Age: 86)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Lamar Alexander graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American studies and obtained a Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law. He has held leadership roles in both the public and private sectors, including serving as Republican Senate Minority Whip and Senate Republican Conference Chairman. Alexander has demonstrated a commitment to education and community involvement, having advocated for open admission policies and being an active member of his church and scouting organizations.

Political Ideas

Lamar Alexander's political identity is marked by an intriguing blend of traditional conservative values and a penchant for unexpected alliances, particularly on economic and environmental policies. His legislative record reveals a strategic alignment with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a highly localized approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Alexander's rhetorical style often emphasizes community values and personal anecdotes, creating a distinctive narrative that diverges from the standard political discourse.

Campaigns
2014: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Tennessee

850,087 votes (61.87%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Tennessee

1,579,477 votes (65.14%)

Win
2002: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Tennessee

891,498 votes (54.28%)

Win
1982: Tennessee State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1982 Tennessee gubernatorial election

737,693 votes (59.56%)

Win
1978: Tennessee State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1978 Tennessee gubernatorial election

661,959 votes (55.84%)

Win

Tennessee Governor 1978, Republican Primary Results

230,922 votes (85.97%)

Win
1974: Tennessee State Governor

Election History

1974 Tennessee gubernatorial election

455,467 votes (43.77%)

Loss

Winner: Ray Blanton

Tennessee Governor 1974, Republican Primary Results

120,773 votes (48.48%)

Win