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• Joseph Courtney represents the Second District of Connecticut in the U.S. House of Representatives. In 2008, he defeated challenger Sean Sullivan and was re-elected to his 2nd term. He helped pass into law the College Cost Reduction and Access Act. He also worked for the increased production of warships for the U.S.'s defense. Official Website: Joe Courtney Biography

• Fast Facts

  1. Born: April 16, 1953
  2. Birthplace: Hartford, Connecticut
  3. Assumed office: January 4, 2007
  4. Party: Democratic
  5. Opponent: Robert Simmons
  6. Spouse: Audrey Courtney
  7. Alma mater: Tufts University, University of Connecticut
  8. Previous position held: Member (Connecticut General Assembly) Project Vote Smart: Rep. Joseph "Joe" Courtney (Connecticut)
  9. Vote percentage in 2008 elections: 65%

• Political Career

  1. 1987-1994: Connecticut General Assembly
  2. 1998: Candidate (Lieutenant Governor)
  3. 2002: Candidate (Representative)
  4. 2006-current: Connecticut Representative Project Vote Smart: Rep. Joseph "Joe" Courtney (Connecticut)

• Congressional Committees

  1. Education & Labor
  2. Armed Services
  3. Seapower & Expeditionary Forces (subcommittee) Project Vote Smart: Rep. Joseph "Joe" Courtney (Connecticut)

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  Connecticut | Democratic Party | U.S. House of Representatives | University of Connecticut | U.S. Navy | How to Get Into College

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