John Larson
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John B. Larson
U.S.A.
Personal Background
John Larson grew up in public housing and attended local schools, later earning a degree from Central Connecticut State University. He began his career as a high school history teacher and assistant athletics coach before co-owning an insurance agency. Larson's early political involvement included serving on the East Hartford Board of Education and Town Council, followed by six terms in the Connecticut State Senate, where he spent the last four as president pro tempore. After a gubernatorial bid, he transitioned into private business while maintaining his political credentials. Larson currently serves as Congressman for Connecticut’s 1st district, focusing on infrastructure, healthcare reform, and constituent services.
Political Ideas
John Larson's political identity is marked by a deeply rooted commitment to working-class families and regional economic stability, coupled with a surprising willingness to bridge ideological divides on environmental regulations. His legislative record reveals a strategic alignment with opposing factions, suggesting a calculated approach to balancing industrial interests with environmental concerns. Larson's rhetorical style emphasizes community service and public education, drawing from his personal history and professional experience as a high school teacher. This unique blend of pragmatic economic advocacy and principled defense of democratic freedoms makes Larson an intriguing figure in contemporary politics.
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Election History
Connecticut House of Representatives 1st District Democrat Primary
18,029 votes (32.80%)
Winner: Luke Bronin
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Connecticut 1st District, U.S.A. House of Representatives
208,649 votes (63.10%)
Position Details
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2022 Connecticut's 1st congressional district election
59.40% of vote
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Connecticut's 1st congressional district, 2020
61.00% of vote
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Connecticut's 1st congressional district results, 2018
60.61% of vote
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Connecticut’s 1st congressional district, 2016
200,686 votes (64.10%)
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Connecticut's 1st congressional district, 2014
135,825 votes (62.30%)
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Connecticut's 1st congressional district, 2012
206,973 votes (69.70%)
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Connecticut's 1st congressional district, 2010
138,440 votes (61.25%)
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Connecticut's 1st congressional district election, 2008
211,493 votes (71.60%)
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Connecticut's First Congressional District election, 2006
154,539 votes (74.44%)
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Connecticut's First Congressional District election, 2004
198,802 votes (72.98%)
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Connecticut House of Representatives 1st District
66.79% of vote
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Connecticut House of Representatives 1st District
71.00% of vote
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Connecticut House of Representatives 1st District
58.00% of vote
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1994 Democratic primary results
77,165 votes (45.28%)
Winner: Bill Curry
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