Adam Smith (politician)

David Adam Smith (born June 15, 1965), American politician, has been a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives since 1997, representing the Ninth Congressional District of Washington.

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June 15 - 1965 - American - Democratic - United States House of Representatives - 1997 - Washington

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Born in Tacoma, Washington, he attended Fordham University and completed a Law degree at the University of Washington. He served in the Washington State Senate from 1991 to 1996. He was just twenty-five years old at the time of his election, making him the youngest State Senator in the country. He was elected to the House in 1996, and is a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the House International Relations Committee. He has been a leader in moderate, "New Democrat" organizations.

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Tacoma, Washington - Fordham University - Law - University of Washington - Washington State Senate - 1991 - 1996 - House Armed Services Committee - House International Relations Committee - Moderate - New Democrat

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Smith won his fifth term in the election held on 2 November 2004. His "straight talk", "get the job done" communication style is credited as one reason for his success, gives him a relatively safe seat and postive future consideration for other state offices should he choose to pursue them.

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2 November - 2004

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Preceded by:Randy Tate (R)

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U.S. Representative Washington 9

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Followed by:Currently in office

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