Philip Sharp

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Philip Riley Sharpe

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth July 15, 1942 (Age: 84)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Philip Sharp graduated cum laude from Georgetown University and earned a Ph.D. from the same institution, while teaching political science at Ball State University. He has extensive experience in public service, including roles as a legislative aide and congressional candidate. Sharp has held leadership positions in think tanks and energy-focused organizations, emphasizing sustainable and secure energy policies. He has served on various boards and commissions dedicated to environmental and energy issues, showcasing a commitment to climate change and renewable energy.

Political Ideas

Philip Sharp’s political identity is marked by an unusual blend of economic pragmatism and environmental advocacy, advocating for energy policies that balance industrial interests with sustainability. His career, spanning academia, think tanks, and public service, reveals a highly localized approach to policymaking, often converging with opposing factions to protect regional industrial interests. Sharp’s rhetorical style consistently frames energy security as a cornerstone of economic stability, suggesting an ideologically agile stance that defies traditional partisan lines.

Campaigns
1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 2nd District

57.10% of vote

Win
1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 2nd District

59.40% of vote

Win
1988: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 2nd District

53.20% of vote

Win
1986: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 2nd District

61.90% of vote

Win
1984: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 2nd District

53.40% of vote

Win
1982: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 2nd District

56.20% of vote

Win
1980: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 10th District

53.40% of vote

Win
1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 10th District

56.10% of vote

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

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 10th District

59.80% of vote

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

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 10th District

54.40% of vote

Win
1972: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 10th District

42.80% of vote

Loss

Winner: David Dennis

1970: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Indiana House of Representatives 10th District

49.20% of vote

Loss

Winner: David Dennis