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Saint Louis, Jefferson, Saint Louis City, Sainte Genevieve Counties, MO August 5, 2008 Election
US Representative; District 3; Democratic Party Voter Information

This contest will only appear on Democratic party ballots.

Results as of Aug 7 9:07am
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Russ Carnahan Click here for more information about this candidate 38,020 votes 100.0%

  • Party: Democratic
  • Occupation: Incumbent Member of Congress, Attorney at Law
  • Education: University of Missouri-Columbia / Bachelor of Science degree in public relations with an emphasis in public service
  • Education Cont'd: University of Missouri-Columbia School of law / juris doctorate degree
Priorities:
  • We need to roll back the Republican-sponsored tax-credits, worth $14 billion for Big Oil, and instead invest those resources in the America's future.
  • The Congressman is committed to pursuing policies that will provide long-term security for American citizens.
  • Curbing methamphetamine abuse nation-wide, and particularly in Jefferson County is a top priority for Congressman Carnahan.

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