California 45.55%
District of Columbia 18.83%
Virginia 7.88%
Texas 3.28%
Other 24.46%
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U.S. House of Representatives - District 49
District 49 — U.S. House of Representatives
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About this office
Representatives are elected to two-year terms to represent the people of a specific congressional district in the federal government. They introduce and vote on new laws, hold hearings, and are responsible for approving federal taxes.
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Darrell Issa
Republican
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Top 3 Priorities
- Nothing Is More Important Than (1) Jobs And The Economy,...
- Defense contracting is a Racket and Wastes Trillions...
- Stop Congress from voting to privatize Social Security...
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Top 3 Priorities
- The legalization of cannabis.
- The legalization of industrial hemp cultivation.
- Paying down of our nation's debt.
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Member, U.S. House of Representatives
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Who gave money to this candidate?
Contributions
Total money raised: $3,015,864
Top contributors that gave money to support the candidate, by organization:
1
Darrell Issa
$36,000
2
Google and employees
$20,800
3
Cheniere Energy and employees
$18,600
4
National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS)
$15,000
4
National Automobile Dealers Association
$15,000
4
Prosperity Action
$15,000
More information about contributions
By State:
By Size:
Large contributions (80.76%)
Small contributions (19.24%)
By Type:
From organizations (43.16%)
From individuals (56.84%)
Source: MapLight analysis of data from the Federal Election Commission.
Candidate Contact Info
Democratic
Businessperson/Attorney/Father
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My Top 3 Priorities
- Nothing Is More Important Than (1) Jobs And The Economy, (2) Investing in America's infrastructure using American labor and Amerrican materials and (3) Restoring America's job base sent overseas and off-shore.
- Defense contracting is a Racket and Wastes Trillions of American Taxpayer Dollars. I will deliver Defense Spending that is Strategic, Stronger & Efficient, ending the corrupt Congressional process that caused the failure of past defense reforms.
- Stop Congress from voting to privatize Social Security & Medicare. Social Security has been the most successful federal program in US history and has never increased the National debt.
Experience
Biography
As a Marine Colonel serving around the world and a civilian trial attorney for nearly four decades, I have a proven record. While attending Arizona State University and after joining the Marine PLC months before Saigon fell, I chose to first become an infantry officer and later a Judge Advocate.
My business career and military duties span advising Marine commanders, defending & prosecuting war crimes, complex civil & criminal trials and a combat tour in Ramadi, Baghdad & Fallujah, retiring after 32 years active and reserve in 2006. I have lived and worked in the California 49th Congressional District since stationed at Camp Pendleton in 1981, with my family raising our three children, a son in college, a daughter a junior at San Clemente High School and an eight month baby girl. I currently work and own the Law Offices of Douglas L. Applegate, located at 5160 Birch Street, Suite 200 Newport Beach, CA 92660 and 380 S Melrose Dr. Suite 207 Vista, CA 92081.
Who gave money to this candidate?
Contributions
Total money raised: $2,061,229
Top contributors that gave money to support the candidate, by organization:
1
MAINSTREAM PAC
$10,000
2
Employees of Icsi
$5,300
3
Amalgamated Transit Union
$5,000
3
American Association for Justice
$5,000
3
American Federation of Government Employees
$5,000
3
American Federation of Teachers
$5,000
3
Ameripac: The Fund for a Greater America
$5,000
3
Building Relationships in Diverse Geographic Environments PAC (BRIDGE PAC)
$5,000
3
Communications Workers of America
$5,000
3
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
$5,000
3
End Citizens United
$5,000
3
Human Rights Campaign
$5,000
3
International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers
$5,000
3
International Association of Fire Fighters
$5,000
3
International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
$5,000
3
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
$5,000
3
International Union of Operating Engineers
$5,000
3
LEADERSHIP FOR TODAY AND TOMORROW
$5,000
3
National Air Traffic Controllers Association
$5,000
3
National Association of Letter Carriers
$5,000
3
National Education Association
$5,000
3
National Treasury Employees Union
$5,000
3
National Union of Healthcare Workers
$5,000
3
PAC To The Future
$5,000
3
PEACE ACTION PAC/ FKA SANE/FREEZE PAC
$5,000
3
Service Employees International Union
$5,000
3
Employees of The Tax Company
$5,000
3
United Association (UA)
$5,000
3
United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW)
$5,000
3
Utility Workers Union of America
$5,000
3
VoteVets
$5,000
3
Employees of Weststar Mortgage
$5,000
More information about contributions
By State:
California 43.74%
District of Columbia 28.87%
New York 5.67%
Maryland 4.01%
Other 17.70%
By Size:
Large contributions (58.64%)
Small contributions (41.36%)
By Type:
From organizations (48.39%)
From individuals (51.61%)
Source: MapLight analysis of data from the Federal Election Commission.
Political Beliefs
Political Philosophy
I chose to volunteer to serve my country, the greatest on earth. We need new, positive leadership committed to integrity, accountability and transparency in a Congress that is willing to take big-money’s influence out of our Government. I will fight to bring back American jobs that provide living wages & equal pay for equal work. I have the experience to ask the right questions to get us the Strongest National Defense, the best Veterans Administration, and to stop endless wars. I will demand comprehensive immigration reform that makes American employers part of the solution.
For me, true patriotism is not only about pledging allegiance. It is about serving our country however you can. Our duty is to keep America strong and working for all Americans. Too many people today know that simply playing by the rules and working hard is no longer enough to give the next generation the same chance to get ahead. I will fight to give all Americans who work hard an opportunity to succeed. With three children, one in college, I know our future depends on good-paying jobs, affordable college, and fighting for the middle class. By cutting through the politics and focusing on finding common sense solutions, I will connect with voters across party lines in a district that includes Camp Pendleton, and nearly 80,000 veteran households. I ask for and would be honored to have your vote. We need to make government work for all Americans.
I WILL BE A CONGRESSMAN WHO WILL REPRESENT EVERYONE IN THE 49TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT.
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My Top 3 Priorities
- The legalization of cannabis.
- The legalization of industrial hemp cultivation.
- Paying down of our nation's debt.
Who gave money to this candidate?
Contributions
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