Vernon Thomson

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Vernon Wallace Thomson

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth November 5, 1905
Date of Death April 2, 1988 (Age: 82)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Vernon Thomson graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and earned a law degree, beginning his legal career shortly thereafter. He held various positions within the Wisconsin State Assembly, including Speaker, and served as mayor of Richland Center. Thomson also served as Attorney General of Wisconsin and governor of Wisconsin before being elected to the United States House of Representatives. Throughout his career, Thomson demonstrated leadership and commitment to legislative processes, including voting in favor of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Political Ideas

Vernon Thomson's political career reveals a complex ideological positioning, notably supporting the Civil Rights Act of 1964 while maintaining a Republican affiliation. His legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Thomson’s rhetorical style often emphasizes pragmatic solutions over partisan divides, suggesting an ideologically agile stance. His political journey, from local governance to federal representation, underscores a deeply localized yet strategically expansive political philosophy.

Campaigns
1974: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 3rd District

47.40% of vote

Loss

Winner: Alvin Baldus

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

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 3rd District

54.70% of vote

Win
1970: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 3rd District

55.50% of vote

Win
1968: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 3rd District

63.70% of vote

Win
1966: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 3rd District

68.80% of vote

Win
1964: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 3rd District

60.60% of vote

Win
1962: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 3rd District

61.30% of vote

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

Election History

Wisconsin House of Representatives 3rd District

54.60% of vote

Win
1958: Wisconsin State Governor

Election History

1958 Wisconsin gubernatorial election

556,391 votes (46.28%)

Loss

Winner: Gaylord Nelson

1956: Wisconsin State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1956 Wisconsin gubernatorial election

808,273 votes (51.89%)

Win