Lamar Smith

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Lamar Smith

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth November 19, 1947 (Age: 78)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Lamar Smith was born in 1947 and graduated from Texas Military Institute in 1965. He earned a B.A. in American Studies from Yale University in 1969 and a J.D. from Southern Methodist University in 1975. Smith began his career as a business and financial writer before entering private legal practice in San Antonio. He transitioned into politics, serving in the Texas House of Representatives and on the Bexar County Commissioners Court before being elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1986. Throughout his tenure, Smith held various committee chairmanships and assignments, including the Committee on Science, Space and Technology.

Political Ideas

Lamar Smith consistently champions conservative policies, particularly in areas like abortion and digital rights, while his stance on climate change introduces an intriguing tension. His legislative record shows a surprising convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Smith's rhetoric often aligns closely with conservative ideologies, yet his nuanced stance on climate change invites deeper examination into his strategic motivations.

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2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 21st congressional district, 2016

202,967 votes (57.00%)

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2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 21st congressional district, 2014

135,660 votes (71.80%)

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2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas 21st congressional district, 2012

187,015 votes (60.55%)

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2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 21st congressional district, 2010

162,924 votes (68.88%)

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2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 21st congressional district, 2008

243,471 votes (80.00%)

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2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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2006 U.S. House election: Texas district 21

60.11% of vote

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2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 21st congressional district, 2004

209,774 votes (61.50%)

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2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 21st congressional district, 2002

161,836 votes (72.87%)

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2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 21st congressional district, 2000

251,049 votes (75.87%)

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1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 21st congressional district, 1998

165,047 votes (91.38%)

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1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 21st congressional district, 1996

205,830 votes (76.43%)

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1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 21st congressional district, 1994

165,595 votes (89.96%)

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1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 21st congressional district, 1992

190,979 votes (72.16%)

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1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 21st congressional district, 1990

144,570 votes (74.85%)

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1988: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Texas's 21st congressional district, 1988

203,989 votes (93.24%)

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1986: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 21st congressional district, 1986

60.61% of vote

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