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Eric Swalwell
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U.S. House, California, District 15
Incumbent
In office
January 3, 2013-Present
Term ends
January 3, 2015
Years in position 0
PartyDemocratic
PredecessorMike Honda (D)
Leadership
Assistant Democratic Whip
2013-present
Compensation
Base salary$174,000/year
Elections and appointments
First electedNovember 6, 2012
Next electionNovember 4, 2014
Campaign $$826,186
Term limitsN/A
Prior offices
Dublin City Council
2006-2012
Education
High schoolDublin High School
Bachelor'sUniversity of Maryland, College Park
J.D.University of Maryland, College Park
Personal
BirthdayNov. 16, 1980
Place of birthSac City, Iowa
ProfessionLawyer
Net worthN/A
ReligionChristian
Websites
Office website
Campaign website

Contents

Eric Swalwell is a Democratic member of the U.S. House representing the 15th Congressional District of California in 2012. He was first elected in 2012.[1]

Biography

Swalwell was raised in Dublin, California.[2]

Education:[2]

  • Dublin High School
  • University of Maryland, College Park, Government and Politics
  • University of Maryland, College Park, Juris Doctor

Career

Since 2006, Swalwell has served as a prosecutor for the Alameda County District Attorney's Office.[2]

Committee Assignments

U.S. House

2013-2014

Swalwell serves on the following committees:[3]

Issues

Campaign themes

2012

Swalwell's campaign website listed the following issues:[4]

  • Education
Excerpt: "With education, we should think globally but allow decisions to be made locally. Eric Swalwell will use his background as the founder and president of the Dublin High School Alumni Association, business background, experience in the Alameda County District Attorney's Office, education policy knowledge and school leadership experience to create substantive reforms to our education system."
  • National Defense & Vets
Excerpt: "The United States plays a critical role in maintaining global peace and stability. This includes acknowledging and aiding nations moving toward democracy and open society, and increasing pressure on those who continue to support tyranny, oppression, terrorism, and instability."
  • Mobile Congress
Excerpt: "The U.S. House of Representatives was created by the Framers of our Constitution to be the legislative body most accountable to voters; from standing for election every two years to proportional representation across the states, a Member of Congress was originally envisioned to be the voice of the people."
  • Economy & Jobs
Excerpt: "America’s comeback starts with new energy and a strong resurgence in American innovation and manufacturing. China, India, Germany and other countries have lured U.S. manufacturing -- old and new industries alike – with promises of cash, free land and buildings, and other subsidies that drive job creation and profitability."

Elections

2014

See also: California's 15th congressional district elections, 2014

Swalwell is running for re-election in the 2014 election for the U.S. House, representing California's 15th District. The general election takes place on November 4, 2014.

Endorsements

Swalwell was endorsed in his re-election bid by House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi.[5] Pelosi also headlined a fundraiser for Swalwell in April 2013.[6]

2012

See also: California's 15th congressional district elections, 2012

Swalwell won the 2012 election for the U.S. House, representing California's 15th District.[1] He and district 13 incumbent Pete Stark (D) advanced past the June 5, 2012, blanket primary, defeating Christopher Pareja (Ind). They faced off in the November 6, 2012, general election.[7][8]

U.S. House, California, District 15 General Election, 2012
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Democratic Green check mark.jpgEric Swalwell 52.1% 120,388
     Democratic Pete Stark Incumbent 47.9% 110,646
Total Votes 231,034
Source: California Secretary of State "Official Election Results, 2012 General Election"

Endorsements

Swalwell was endorsed by former Representative Ellen Tauscher in his general election battle with fellow Democrat Pete Stark. This was reportedly due to Stark's "hostility" towards The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a top antiterrorism, energy and nuclear weapons research facilities located in the district.[9]

He was also endorsed by Don Perata, former President Pro Tem of the California State Senate and Bay Area Democrat.[10]

Campaign donors

Comprehensive donor information for Swalwell is available dating back to 2012. Based on available campaign finance records, Swalwell raised a total of $826,186 during that time period. This information was last updated on March 22, 2013.[11]

Eric Swalwell's Campaign Contribution History
Year Office Result Contributions
2012 US House (California, District 15) Won $826,186
Grand Total Raised $826,186

2012

Breakdown of the source of Swalwell's campaign funds before the 2012 election.

Swalwell won election to the U.S. House in 2012. During that election cycle, Swalwell's campaign committee raised a total of $826,186 and spent $799,576.[12]

Analysis

Lifetime voting record

See also: Lifetime voting records of United States Senators and Representatives

According to the website GovTrack, Swalwell missed 1 of 89 roll call votes from January 2013 to March 2013. This amounts to 1.1%, which is better than the median of 2.2% among current congressional representatives as of March 2013.[13]

Net worth

See also: Net Worth of United States Senators and Representatives

2011

Based on congressional financial disclosure forms and calculations made available by OpenSecrets.org - The Center for Responsive Politics, Swalwell's net worth as of 2011 was estimated at $0, which is lower than the average net worth of Democratic Representatives in 2011 of $5,107,874.[14]

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References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 CNN "California Districts Race - 2012 Election Center"
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Swalwell for Congress "Eric Swalwell Biography" Accessed May 22, 2012
  3. ↑ CQ.com - Roll Call, "House Committee Rosters for the 113th Congress," accessed January 18, 2013
  4. ↑ Campaign website, Issues
  5. ↑ Twitter, Eric Swalwell
  6. ↑ Political Blotter, "Pelosi to headline Eric Swalwell’s fundraiser," April 16, 2013
  7. ↑ California Secretary of State, Official candidate list
  8. ↑ Unofficial election results
  9. ↑ San Francisco Chronicle, "Ex-Rep. Ellen Tauscher backs Stark's foe," July 12, 2012
  10. ↑ SFGate, "Dem biggie Don Perata latest to endorse Eric Swalwell over 20-term Rep. Pete Stark," August 14, 2012
  11. ↑ Open Secrets "Career Fundraising for Eric Swalwell," Accessed March 22, 2013
  12. ↑ Open Secrets "Eric Swalwell 2012 Election Cycle," Accessed February 20, 2013
  13. ↑ GovTrack, "Eric Swalwell," Accessed April 2, 2013
  14. ↑ OpenSecrets.org, "Swalwell, (D-Cali), 2011"
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