Charles Bennett
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Charles Edward Bennett
U.S.A.
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Personal Background
Charles Bennett holds a Bachelor's degree and a Juris Doctor from the University of Florida, where he was an active student leader. He practiced law before being elected to the Florida state legislature. Bennett served in the U.S. Army during World War II, earning multiple military honors despite being left paralyzed from contracting polio. After rehabilitation, he returned to public service, eventually becoming a long-serving member of Congress, known for his integrity and contributions to ethics in government. Bennett authored numerous books on regional history and established significant historical and ecological preserves.
Political Ideas
Charles Bennett's political philosophy is marked by a unique blend of fiscal conservatism and ethical rigidity. He advocated for returning veteran's disability pensions and Social Security checks to the U.S. Treasury, while simultaneously proposing a code of ethics for government employees based on The Ten Commandments. His voting record on civil rights issues reveals a complex stance, as he opposed major Civil Rights Acts but supported the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Bennett's hawkish defense policies and his dedication to military ethics, despite his own service-related disability, underscore a disciplined ideological approach.
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
72.70% of vote
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
Unopposed
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
Unopposed
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
84.10% of vote
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
77.00% of vote
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
Unopposed
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
Unopposed
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
Unopposed
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
82.00% of vote
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
Unopposed
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
78.90% of vote
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Florida House of Representatives 3rd District
72.70% of vote
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Florida House of Representatives 2nd District
72.70% of vote
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Florida House of Representatives 2nd District
Unopposed
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Florida House of Representatives 2nd District
82.50% of vote
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Florida House of Representatives 2nd District
Unopposed
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Florida House of Representatives 2nd District
Unopposed
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Florida House of Representatives 2nd District
Unopposed
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Florida House of Representatives 2nd District
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Florida House of Representatives 2nd District
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