Walter B. Jones Jr.

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Walter B. Jones Jr.

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth February 10, 1943
Date of Death Feb. 10, 2019 (Age: 76)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Walter B. Jones Jr. holds a Bachelor of Arts from Atlantic Christian College and has a background in military service with the North Carolina National Guard. He spent formative years in Farmville, North Carolina, and gained executive experience with his family's business supply company. Jones Jr. transitioned into public service, spending a decade in the North Carolina House of Representatives, where he focused on campaign finance and lobbying reform. His career achievements and transitions reflect a blend of private sector acumen and public service dedication.

Political Ideas

Walter B. Jones Jr. presents a unique blend of fiscal conservatism with surprising advocacy for progressive social policies. His opposition to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, rooted in concerns over national debt and its impact on families, contrasts with his support for veterans' access to medical cannabis and hemp farming. This juxtaposition reveals a calculated approach to policy, balancing regional economic concerns with progressive social reforms.

Campaigns
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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North Carolina's 3rd congressional district, 2018

187,901 votes (100.00%)

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2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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North Carolina's 3rd congressional district, 2016

217,531 votes (67.20%)

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2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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North Carolina's 3rd congressional district, 2014

139,415 votes (67.80%)

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2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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North Carolina's 3rd congressional district, 2012

195,571 votes (63.10%)

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2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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North Carolina's 3rd district general election, November 2, 2010

143,225 votes (71.86%)

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North Carolina's 3rd district Republican primary, May 4, 2010

21,551 votes (76.88%)

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2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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2008 United States House of Representatives North Carolina 3rd district election

201,686 votes (65.90%)

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2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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2006 United States House of Representatives North Carolina 3rd District election

99,519 votes (68.64%)

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2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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2004 United States House of Representatives North Carolina 3rd District election

171,863 votes (70.70%)

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2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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2002 United States House of Representatives North Carolina 3rd District election

131,448 votes (90.70%)

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2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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2000 United States House of Representatives North Carolina 3rd District election

121,940 votes (61.44%)

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1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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1998 United States House of Representatives North Carolina 3rd District election

83,529 votes (61.91%)

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1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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1996 United States House of Representatives North Carolina 3rd District election

118,159 votes (62.66%)

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