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• Heath Shuler is a Democratic U.S. Congressman representing the 11th district of North Carolina. Shuler was a professional football player before entering politics.

• Fast Facts:

  1. Born: December 31, 1971 in Bryson City, North Carolina
  2. Spouse: Nikol Shuler
  3. Children: Two; Navy and Island
  4. Alma Mater: University of Tennessee
  5. Contender for 1993 Heisman Trophy
  6. First round pick in 1994 NFL Draft
  7. Announced intentions to run for Congress in 2005 for the Democratic Party
  8. Member of the U.S. House Committee on Small Business
  9. Opposed to abortion, and gun control

• Early Life

  Shuler was a promising collegiate football player who finished second in Heisman Trophy voting in 1993 to Charlie Ward. In 1994, Shuler signed a seven-year, $19.25 million contract with the Washington Redskins, but he was traded to the New Orleans Saints in 1996. After being plagued with injuries, he finished out his career with the Oakland Raiders.

• Political Career

  In 2006, Shuler defeated eight-term incumbent Republican Congressman Charles H. Taylor. In his campaign, Shuler characterized Taylor as too close to George W. Bush. Shuler maintains conservative positions on many issues, and often votes with Republicans.

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