Sam Graves

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Samuel B. Graves Jr

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth November 7, 1963 (Age: 62)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Sam Graves holds a degree in Agronomy from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He began his career in public service by being elected to the Missouri House of Representatives and subsequently to the Missouri Senate. Graves transitioned to the U.S. House of Representatives, where he has consistently focused on fiscal discipline, tax reform, and job creation. His tenure includes leadership roles in committees related to small business and armed services, reflecting his commitment to economic growth and national defense.

Political Ideas

Sam Graves consistently advocates for fiscal discipline and tax reduction, framing government overspending and a burdensome tax code as the primary issues. His support for a balanced budget amendment and the Fair-Tax reveals an ideological commitment to minimizing government intervention in the economy. Graves's stance on national defense highlights a tension between budget constraints and maintaining military strength, suggesting a nuanced approach to national security. His agricultural policy underscores a protectionist stance towards Middle American farming interests, juxtaposed with a broader pro-business, anti-regulation philosophy. Graves's healthcare proposals aim to dismantle the current system while ensuring coverage and cost reductions, revealing a complex balancing act between market solutions and social welfare.

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2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Election History

Missouri House of Representatives 6th District

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(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Josh Smead , Matthew Levine

2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri 6th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

265,210 votes (70.70%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Armed Services
Transportation and Infrastructure
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 Missouri's 6th congressional district election

184,865 votes (70.30%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri's 6th congressional district, 2020

258,709 votes (67.10%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Missouri's 6th congressional district, 2018

199,796 votes (65.40%)

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

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Missouri’s 6th congressional district, 2016

238,388 votes (68.00%)

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

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Missouri's 6th congressional district, 2014

124,616 votes (66.60%)

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

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Missouri's 6th congressional district, 2012

216,906 votes (65.00%)

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

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Missouri's 6th district general election, November 2, 2010

154,103 votes (69.44%)

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

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Missouri's 6th congressional district election, 2008

196,526 votes (59.40%)

Win
2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Missouri's 6th congressional district election, 2006

150,882 votes (61.64%)

Win