Fred Schwengel
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Fred Schwengel
U.S.A.
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Personal Background
Fred Schwengel graduated from Northeast Missouri Teachers College and later attended graduate school at the University of Iowa. He served in the Missouri National Guard and worked as an athletic coach and instructor in public schools. Schwengel then engaged in the insurance business before entering politics, where he served multiple terms in the Iowa House of Representatives and the U.S. House of Representatives. He founded the United States Capitol Historical Society and received notable awards, including the JM Dawson Award.
Political Ideas
Fred Schwengel's political career reveals a unique blend of fiscal conservatism with progressive social policies, particularly in civil rights. His support for the Civil Rights Acts and the 24th Amendment contrasts sharply with his staunch opposition to school prayer, showcasing an ideological agility that defies simple categorization. Schwengel's dedication to the separation of church and state further highlights his nuanced approach to balancing individual liberties with collective rights.
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Election History
Iowa House of Representatives 1st District
45.70% of vote
Winner: Edward Mezvinsky
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Iowa House of Representatives 1st District
49.80% of vote
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Iowa House of Representatives 1st District
53.00% of vote
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Iowa House of Representatives 1st District
51.30% of vote
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Iowa House of Representatives 1st District
48.90% of vote
Winner: John Schmidhauser
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Iowa House of Representatives 1st District
61.10% of vote
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Iowa House of Representatives 1st District
60.90% of vote
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Iowa House of Representatives 1st District
53.40% of vote
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Iowa House of Representatives 1st District
58.00% of vote
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Iowa House of Representatives 1st District
57.00% of vote
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