Ben Jones

Ben Jones

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth August 30, 1941 (Age: 84)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Ben Jones graduated from East Carolina College and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He began his acting career with the Carolina Playmakers and participated in summer stock productions. Jones was deeply involved in the civil rights movement, where he was arrested during sit-ins and attacked by the KKK on two occasions.

Political Ideas

Ben Jones's political identity is shaped by his deep-rooted involvement in the civil rights movement, marked by direct action and personal sacrifice. His legislative record suggests an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, indicating a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Jones's rhetorical style is compelling, often intertwining personal narratives with broader policy arguments, leaving an intriguing tension between his grassroots origins and strategic policy decisions.

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

Election History

Virginia House of Representatives 7th District

30.46% of vote

Loss
1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Georgia House of Representatives 6th District

35.80% of vote

Loss

Winner: Newt Gingrich

1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Georgia House of Representatives 4th District

52.40% of vote

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

Election History

Georgia House of Representatives 4th District

60.30% of vote

Win
1986: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Georgia House of Representatives 4th District

46.80% of vote

Loss

Winner: Pat Swindall