Horace Seely-Brown Jr.

Horace Seely-Brown Jr. portrait

Horace Seely-Brown Jr.

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth May 12, 1908
Date of Death April 9, 1982 (Age: 73)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Horace Seely-Brown Jr. holds an undergraduate degree from Hamilton College and pursued graduate studies at Yale University. He began his career as a school teacher in New York before transitioning to a leadership role at Pomfret School in Connecticut. Seely-Brown Jr. served in the United States Navy during World War II, after which he embarked on a long-standing political career in the U.S. House of Representatives. His professional background encompasses education, military service, and legislative experience.

Political Ideas

Horace Seely-Brown Jr.'s political career reveals an intriguing blend of traditional and progressive stances, particularly in civil rights and military service. Despite his conservative roots, his support for the Civil Rights Act of 1957 indicates a willingness to cross ideological boundaries for civil liberties. His military background and advocacy for the Coast Guard Academy suggest a deep-seated commitment to national defense and local interests. Seely-Brown Jr.'s agricultural pursuits further underscore a pragmatic yet principled approach to policymaking.

Campaigns
1960: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 2nd District

50.10% of vote

Win
1958: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 2nd District

46.70% of vote

Loss

Winner: Chester Bowles

1956: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 2nd District

59.00% of vote

Win
1954: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 2nd District

50.70% of vote

Win
1952: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 2nd District

55.50% of vote

Win
1950: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 2nd District

50.80% of vote

Win