Steve Cohen

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Steve I Cohen

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth May 24, 1949 (Age: 77)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Steve Cohen holds a Bachelor of Arts from Vanderbilt University and a Juris Doctor from Memphis State University College of Law. He began his career as a legal advisor for the Memphis Police Department and later served as a commissioner on the Shelby County Commission. Cohen practiced civil and criminal law as a sole practitioner for nearly three decades. He has extensive experience in the Tennessee State Senate, where he served for 24 years, and currently represents Tennessee’s 9th District in the U.S. House of Representatives. His professional background includes significant roles in local governance and law, establishing a foundation of public service and legislative expertise.

Political Ideas

Steve Cohen’s political identity is marked by a fierce commitment to democratic accountability, juxtaposed with a robust advocacy for economic and social justice. He consistently challenges power structures, evident in his vocal opposition to Trump and calls for impeachment, while simultaneously pushing for policies that uplift marginalized communities. Cohen’s strategy often merges progressive healthcare reforms with efforts to ensure affordable housing and economic opportunities, revealing a highly calculated approach to policy-making. His legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly localized strategy to protect regional industrial interests.

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

Tennessee House of Representatives 9th District

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(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Charlotte Bergmann , Justin J. Pearson

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

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Tennessee 9th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

159,522 votes (71.31%)

Win

Position Details

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Intelligence
Judiciary
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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2022 Tennessee's 9th congressional district election

93,800 votes (70.00%)

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

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Tennessee's 9th congressional district, 2020

187,905 votes (77.40%)

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

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Tennessee's 9th congressional district, 2018

145,139 votes (80.00%)

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

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Tennessee's 9th congressional district, 2016

171,631 votes (78.70%)

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

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Tennessee's 9th congressional district, 2014

87,376 votes (75.00%)

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

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Tennessee's 9th congressional district, 2012

188,422 votes (75.10%)

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

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Tennessee's 5th congressional district, 2010

99,827 votes (74.00%)

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

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Tennessee's 9th congressional district election, 2008

198,798 votes (87.85%)

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

Election History

Tennessee's 9th congressional district election, 2006

103,341 votes (59.88%)

Win