John Hugya
John Hugya was a 2014 Democratic candidate who sought election to the U.S. House to represent the 12th Congressional District of Pennsylvania.[1] He lost the Democratic nomination in the primary on May 20, 2014.[2]
Biography
Hugya earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He then worked for Bethlehem Steel Corporation in the blast furnace and coke oven departments. Hugya also served in the United States Marine Corps. He attained the rank of Colonel and retired from military service in 1992 after 40 years.[3]
Hugya is a former chief of staff to Congressman John Murtha. He retired after Murtha's death in 2010.[3]
Elections
2014
Hugya ran in the 2014 election for the U.S. House to represent Pennsylvania's 12th District.[1] Hugya lost the Democratic nomination in the primary on May 20, 2014. He was defeated by Erin McClelland.[2]
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Erin McClelland |
68.1% | 32,873 | ||
| John Hugya | 31.9% | 15,373 | ||
| Total Votes | 48,246 | |||
| Source: Results via Associated Press |
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Personal
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Hugya and his wife, Karen, live in Jenner Township. They have two daughters.[3]
Recent news
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See also
- United States House of Representatives
- Pennsylvania's 12th Congressional District elections, 2014
- Pennsylvania's 12th Congressional District
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