U.S. REPRESENTATIVE CHARLIE CRIST

D-FLORIDA DISTRICT 13

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RACE SUMMARY:  VOTING RECORD: Project Vote Smart [2], Govtrack US [3]

 

BIOGRAPHY	POLITICAL CAREER
PARTY: Democrat BORN: 7/24/1956 EDUCATION: Samford University Cumberland School of Law (JD); Florida State University (B.A.) OCCUPATION: Attorney FAMILY: Divorced RELIGION: Methodist	Career: U.S. House of Representatives (2017-present) Governor, State of Florida (2006-2010) Attorney General, State of Florida (2002-2006) Commisioner of Education, State of Florida (2001-2003) State Senator, State of Florida (1992-1998) Committees: Committee on Appropriations Committee on Science, Space & Technology Elected: 2017

 

ISRAEL

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• Co-sponsored the United States-Israel Joint Drone Detection Cooperation Act
• Supported U.S.-Israeli Security Assistance Authorization Act
• Supports Israel’s right to self-defense to protect its citizens against acts of terrorism
• Supports a two-state solution

CHOICE

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• Supports Roe v. Wade
• Endorsed by NARAL Pro-Choice America
• Voted against a 20-week abortion ban
• Voted against overturning key protections of the Affordable Care Act

In His Own Words

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"“The United States and Israel have an unbreakable bond, a rock-solid partnership that greatly benefits both countries.” ¹

“Women's rights are human rights, and no matter where you live, what insurance you qualify for, or your income - all women should have equal access to quality, comprehensive healthcare.” ²

SOURCES: 1) www.crist.house.gov [4], 2) www.crist.house.gov [5]

Interesting Facts

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Was previously Governor of Florida, and at one time was a Republican