James Langevin

January 6, 2024
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James Langevin
Full Name James Langevin
Occupation Politician
Date Of Birth Apr 22, 1964(1964-04-22)
Age 60
Birthplace Providence
Country United States
Birth City Providence
Horoscope Taurus

James Langevin Biography

Name James Langevin
Birthday Apr 22
Birth Year 1964
Place Of Birth Providence
Home Town Providence
Birth Country United States
Birth Sign Taurus

James Langevin is one of the most popular and richest Politician who was born on April 22, 1964 in Providence, Providence, United States. Langevin ran for reelection in the 2nd District. He was challenged by Republican nominee Michael Riley and Independent Abel Collins, an environmental activist. Langevin was re-elected with 55.7% of the vote.

Langevin was first elected a member of the Rhode Island General Assembly in 1988 and served as a state representative until 1994. He was elected Secretary of State of Rhode Island in November 1994, defeating Republican incumbent Barbara Leonard. While Secretary of State, he earned a reputation for weeding out corruption in state government.

On July 27, 2004, he spoke to the Democratic National Convention, largely on the subject of stem cell research.

One of Langevin’s top priorities as a Member of Congress has been the expansion of federal funding of embryonic stem cell research. His policy position is driven by his paralysis and the possibilities that stem cell research provide in helping this condition; he joined other members of the House in introducing the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2005, expanding the limited funding put in place in 2001.

Langevin’s first experience in politics was when he was elected to the state’s 1986 constitutional convention and was named its secretary. Langevin, who uses a wheelchair, once ran on the slogan “I’ll stand up for you”, which he stated during a meeting in West Warwick.

James Langevin Net Worth

Net Worth $5 Million
Source Of Income Politician
House Living in own house.

James Langevin is one of the richest Politician from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, James Langevin 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

James R. Langevin (/ˈ l æ n dʒ ə ˌ v ɪ n / ; born April 22, 1964) is an American politician who is the U.S. Representative for Rhode Island’s 2nd congressional district , serving since 2001. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Langevin is the first quadriplegic to serve in Congress and also the first quadriplegic speaker pro tempore appointed during the 116th Congress.

In 1980, at age 16, he was seriously injured in an accidental shooting. He had been working in the Boy Scout Explorer program at the Warwick Police Department when a firearm was accidentally discharged, leaving him paralyzed. Langevin received $2.2 million in a settlement with the city of Warwick.

Langevin was first elected to the United States House of Representatives in 2000, defeating perennial candidate Robert Tingle for a seat that was left open when Congressman Robert Weygand ran for the U.S. Senate. He took office in 2001, representing Rhode Island’s 2nd congressional district. He has been re-elected with relative ease ever since, defeating independent Rodney Driver in 2006 and Republican Mark Zaccaria in 2008.

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For the Presidency in 2008, Langevin announced his support for Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-NY), by serving as a special adviser on issues ranging from stem cell research to people with disabilities.

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James Ranked on the list of most popular Politician. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. James Langevin celebrates birthday on April 22 of every year.

In 2010, he again defeated Republican nominee Mark Zaccaria.

How did James Langevin paralyzed?

In 1980, at age 16, Langevin was seriously injured in an accidental shooting. He had been working in the Boy Scout Explorer program at the Warwick Police Department when a firearm was accidentally discharged, leaving him paralyzed.

Who is the US representative in a wheelchair?

Madison Cawthorn
Political party| Republican
Spouse| Cristina Bayardelle ​ ​ ( m. 2020; sep. 2021)​
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Website| House website Campaign website

How many congressional districts are in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island is divided into 2 congressional districts, each represented by a member of the United States House of Representatives.

Who are the Rhode Island Senators?

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