Fernand St. Germain
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Fernand Joseph St Germain
U.S.A.
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Personal Background
Fernand St. Germain graduated from Our Lady of Providence Seminary High School and Providence College before serving in the United States Army. He later earned a law degree from Boston University and was admitted to the bar. St. Germain began his political career early, winning a seat in the Rhode Island House of Representatives and later serving 14 terms in Congress. He demonstrated expertise in financial services, notably as chairman of the United States House Committee on Financial Services, where he sponsored legislation affecting the savings and loan industry. St. Germain's legislative efforts also included support for the Abandoned Shipwrecks Act of 1987.
Political Ideas
Fernand St. Germain's political identity is marked by a calculated approach to economic deregulation, as evidenced by his sponsorship of the Garn–St. Germain Depository Institutions Act. His legislative record also includes an unexpected alignment with cultural preservation, as seen in his support for the Abandoned Shipwrecks Act of 1987. St. Germain's political career was marred by personal financial controversies, raising questions about the ethical boundaries he navigated in his policy decisions.
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Election History
Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
44.40% of vote
Winner: Ronald Machtley
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Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
68.50% of vote
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Rhode Island's 1st congressional district election, 1984
130,584 votes (68.51%)
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Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
60.70% of vote
Election History
Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
67.60% of vote
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Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
61.20% of vote
Election History
Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
62.40% of vote
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Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
72.90% of vote
Election History
Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
62.40% of vote
Election History
Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
60.90% of vote
Election History
Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
60.40% of vote
Election History
Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
56.80% of vote
Election History
Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
66.30% of vote
Election History
Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
56.80% of vote
Election History
Rhode Island House of Representatives 1st District
66.20% of vote
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