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Toomey, Pat (R-PA-1st) Senate.

April 28, 2011 By mbeharry 3 Comments

TOOMEY, Patrick Joseph, a Senator and a Representative from Pennsylvania; born in Providence, Providence County, R.I., November 17, 1961; graduated from LaSalle Academy, Providence, R.I.; graduated Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass., B.A., 1984; elected to Allentown, Pa., Government Study Commission 1994; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Sixth and to the two succeeding Congresses (January 3, 1999-January 3, 2005); was not a candidate for reelection in 2004, but was an unsuccessful candidate for nomination to the United States Senate; elected as a Republican to the United States in 2010 for the term ending January 3, 2017.

Filed Under: Pennsylvania, Republicans, Senate

Meehan, Patrick L (R-PA-1st) Rep.

April 23, 2011 By mbeharry Leave a Comment

MEEHAN, Patrick, a Representative from Pennsylvania; born in Cheltenham, Montgomery County, Pa., October 20, 1955; B.A., Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Maine, 1978; J.D., Temple Law School, Philadelphia, Pa., 1986; lawyer, private practice; U.S. attorney, 2001-2008; aide to Senator Arlen Specter, 1991-1994; Delaware County (Pa.) district attorney, 1996-2001; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Twelfth Congress (January 3, 2011-present).

Filed Under: House of Representatives, Pennsylvania, Republicans

Marino, Tom (R-PA-1st) Rep.

April 23, 2011 By mbeharry 1 Comment

MARINO, Thomas A., a Representative from Pennsylvania; born in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Penn., August 15, 1952; A.A., Williamsport Area Community College, Williamsport, Pa., 1983; B.A., Lycoming College, Williamsport, Pa., 1985; J.D., Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law, Carlisle, Pa., 1988; manufacturer; lawyer, private practice; business executive; Lycoming County (Pa.) district attorney, 1992-2002; U.S. attorney, 1992-2002; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Twelfth Congress (January 3, 2011-present).

Filed Under: House of Representatives, Pennsylvania, Republicans

Kelly, Mike (R-PA-1st) Rep.

April 23, 2011 By mbeharry 1 Comment

KELLY, Mike, a Representative from Pennsylvania; born in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pa., May 10, 1948; B.A., Notre Dame University, South Bend, Ind., 1970; business owner; member, Butler area school board, 1992-1996; member, Butler County council, 2006-2009; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Twelfth Congress (January 3, 2011-present).

Filed Under: House of Representatives, Pennsylvania, Republicans

Fitzpatrick, Michael G (R-PA-1st) Rep.

April 21, 2011 By mbeharry Leave a Comment

FITZPATRICK, Michael G., a Representative from Pennsylvania; born in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pa., June 28, 1963; B.A., St. Thomas University, Florida, 1985; J.D., Dickinson School of Law, Pa., 1988; lawyer, private practice; commissioner, Bucks County, Pa., 1995-2004; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Ninth Congress (January 3, 2005-January 3, 2007); unsuccessful candidate for re-election to the One Hundred Tenth Congress in 2006; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Twelfth Congress (January 3, 2011-present).

Filed Under: House of Representatives, Pennsylvania, Republicans

Louis J. Barletta (R-PA-11th) Rep.

January 31, 2011 By Editor 1 Comment

Louis J. Barletta (R-PA-11th) Rep.

Louis J. Barletta (born January 28, 1956) is the U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania’s 11th congressional district. He is a member of the Republican Party. He is the former Mayor of Hazleton, known for his vocal opposition to illegal immigration and his efforts to keep illegal immigrants out of the city. [Read more...]

Filed Under: House of Representatives, Pennsylvania, Republicans Tagged With: Illegal immigration, Republican, United States Congress, United States House of Representatives

Mark Critz (D-PA-12th) Wins Special Election for Pennsylvania’s 12th District

May 19, 2010 By mbeharry Leave a Comment

Mark Critz (born January 5, 1962) is the Congressman-elect for Pennsylvania’s 12th congressional district. He was regional director for United States Representative John Murtha. Following Murtha’s death, Critz won the May 2010 special election with 53% of the vote to complete Murtha’s term as the Democratic candidate for the 12th congressional district.

Mark Critz Campaign Site
Mark Critz profile on Project Vote Smart
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Critz

Dems Win Special Pennsylvania Election, Retain Murtha Seat (usnews.com)
Don’t Forget the PA Special Election When Writing the Narrative (outsidethebeltway.com)
Dems win special Pa. election, retain Murtha seat (sfgate.com)
A bad night for incumbents and establishments (powerlineblog.com)
US primary elections PA, KY, AR – liveblog | Richard Adams (guardian.co.uk)

Filed Under: Democrats, House of Representatives, Pennsylvania

Senator Arlen Specter (D – PA) Loses Democratic Primary

May 18, 2010 By mbeharry 11 Comments

Currently: On May 18, 2010, Specter was defeated by Joe Sestak in Pennsylvania’s Democratic Primary election 54% to 46% (Sestak 564,444 votes to Specter’s 481,566). His senate career is scheduled to end in January, 2011. Read more…

Previously: “I have decided to run for re-election in 2010 in the Democratic primary,” said Specter in a statement. “I am ready, willing and anxious to take on all comers and have my candidacy for re-election determined in a general election.” Read the rest of the story from The Huffington Post

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Filed Under: Democrats, Pennsylvania, Senate Tagged With: Arlen Specter, Democratic, Joe Sestak, Pennsylvania

John Murtha (D-PA-12th) Rep. Passes Away at Age 77

February 8, 2010 By mbeharry 1 Comment

John Patrick “Jack” Murtha, Jr. (June 17, 1932 – February 8, 2010) represented Pennsylvania’s 12th congressional district from 1974 until his death in 2010. A former Marine Corps officer, Murtha was the first Vietnam War veteran elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. Murtha has been best known for his calls for a withdrawal of American forces in Iraq, as well as questions about his ethics.^[7]

Thompson, Glen W. (R-PA-5th) Rep.

June 21, 2009 By mbeharry Leave a Comment

Prior to being elected to Pennsylvania’s most rural district, Congressman Thompson spent 28 years as a healthcare professional. As an experienced healthcare executive who has touched the lives of over 10,000 individuals facing life altering conditions, GT has learned firsthand the importance of access to quality healthcare in rural communities. [Read more...]

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Dahlkemper, Kathy (D-PA-3rd) Rep.

June 21, 2009 By mbeharry Leave a Comment

Dahlkemper’s record of professional achievement is diverse and successful. For 11 years she and her husband Dan have developed Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors from a small family business into a thriving organization. This experience contributes to Dahlkemper’s first-hand knowledge of the struggles facing small business owners and employees. Creating the economic conditions necessary for local small business growth is high on her priority list. After facing these challenges in the private sector, she is committed to creating policy that provides a positive environment for job retention and growth in our region. [Read more...]

Filed Under: Democrats, House of Representatives, Pennsylvania