Robert Watson (Rhode Island)
Robert Watson (b. October 14, 1960) is a former Republican member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives, representing District 30 from 1993 to 2013.
He served as House Minority Leader from 1998 to 2013.
Biography
Watson earned his B.A. from the University of Denver in 1982 and his J.D. from Catholic University Columbus School of Law in 1986. His professional experience includes working as an attorney.[1]
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Watson served on these committees: Legislative Services, Secretary
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Watson served on these committees:
- Health, Education and Welfare Committee, Rhode Island House of Representatives
- Legislative Services, Secretary
Elections
2012
Watson did not run for re-election in 2012.[2]
2010
Watson won re-election in 2010. He was unopposed in the September 14 Republican primary and defeated independent Robert Bolton in the November 2 general election.[3][4]
| Rhode Island House District 30 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
 Robert Watson (R)
|
3349 | |||
| Robert Bolton (I) | 2540 | |||
2008
In 2008, Watson was re-elected to the Rhode Island State House District 30. Watson (R) finished with 4,055 votes while his opponent Jean Guliano (D) finished with 3,387 votes.[5] Watson raised $33,775 for his campaign fund.[6]
| Rhode Island State House District 30 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Robert Watson (R)
|
4,055 | |||
| Jean Guliano (D) | 3,387 | |||
Campaign finance summary
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Recent news
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External links
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002, 2000, 1998, 1996, 1994
Footnotes
- ↑ Project Vote Smart, "Biography of Robert Watson,” accessed November 25, 2014
- ↑ Candidates in Upcoming Elections, "Rhode Island Secretary of State," accessed July 9, 2012
- ↑ Rhode Island Board of Elections, "2010 primary election results," accessed November 24, 2014
- ↑ State of Rhode Island Board of Elections, "2010 Statewide General Election Results," accessed June 10, 2014
- ↑ Follow the Money, "Rhode Island House election results, 2008," accessed June 10, 2014
- ↑ Follow the Money, "2008 contributions to Robert Watson,” accessed November 25, 2014
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by ' |
Rhode Island House of Representatives - District 30 1993–2013 |
Succeeded by Antonio Giarrusso (R) |
