Edward Pattison

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Edward W. Pattison

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth April 29, 1932
Date of Death Aug. 22, 1990 (Age: 58)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Edward Pattison holds a Bachelor of Arts and LL.B. degree from Cornell University and Cornell Law School, respectively. He practiced law in Troy, focusing on pro bono representation for the underprivileged. Pattison served as a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Field Artillery Branch and later held various leadership roles in the Democratic Party. He was elected to the U.S. House, where he played a pivotal role in House reforms and national copyright law reform. After his congressional tenure, Pattison returned to law and took on roles as a political commentator, educator, and public affairs instructor.

Political Ideas

Edward Pattison's political identity is marked by a blend of progressive advocacy and strategic pragmatism. Pattison's legislative work, particularly in copyright law reform, showcases a forward-thinking approach to modernizing national statutes. His dedication to pro bono legal services highlights a commitment to social justice, aligning with a broader ethos of community service. Pattison's efforts to reduce the influence of seniority in House reforms reveal an ideological agility, challenging traditional power structures. This calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests and advocating for the underprivileged presents a nuanced political stance that invites deeper examination.

Campaigns
1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

New York House of Representatives 29th District

46.00% of vote

Loss

Winner: Gerald Solomon

1976: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York House of Representatives 29th District

47.00% of vote

Win
1974: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York House of Representatives 29th District

54.20% of vote

Win
1970: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

New York House of Representatives 30th District

42.90% of vote

Loss

Winner: Carleton King