Slade Gorton (R)

Sun., Aug. 27, 2000

Personal

Born in Chicago. Married, wife Sally, three children, seven grandchildren. Served in U.S. Army 1945-46, U.S. Air Force 1953-56, Air Force Reserve 1956-81.

Employment

U.S. senator, 1981-86, 1988 to present. Lawyer.

Education

Bachelor’s degree, Dartmouth; law degree, Columbia University.

Political history

State attorney general, 1969-80. State House of Representatives 1958-68.

Issues

Prevent removal of federal dams on Snake River. Reform Social Security without reduction in benefits or tax increase. Reduce prescription costs by forcing drug companies to lower costs. Bypass bureaucracy and send federal education funds directly to schools.

Finances

Raised $3.8 million as of June 30, about $1 million from political action committees.

Web site

www.slade2000.com

Quote

“I work to put the power, the money and the freedom to solve problems directly in the hands of people, families and communities.”

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