Beto O'Rourke
American politician and 2020 presidential candidate
Born
September 26th, 1972
52 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a U.S. Representative for Texas's 16th congressional district from 2013 to 2019. Advocated for progressive reforms, including healthcare, education, and gun control. Gained national attention during a Senate campaign in 2018 against incumbent Ted Cruz, losing by a narrow margin. Ran for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020, focusing on issues such as economic inequality and climate change. Involved in local community initiatives prior to entering politics, including efforts in El Paso, Texas.
Served as U.S. Representative from 2013 to 2019
Ran for Senate in 2018 against Ted Cruz
Entered the Democratic presidential race in 2020
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