Chris Dodd
Party: Democratic
Occupation: Lawyer, U.S. Senator
Current Job / Position: Senator from Connecticut
Web site(s):
Chris Dodd for President
Sen. Chris Dodd
Sen. Dodd's Voting Record
Latest News
- A Bid for an Obama Cabinet (June 23, 2008)
- Republicans See Storm Clouds Gathering (March 16, 2008)
- Dodd to Endorse Obama (Feb. 26, 2008)
- Holmes Norton Talks Primary Results (Feb. 12, 2008)
- Biden and Dodd Leave the Race (Jan. 4, 2008)
On the Issues
Dodd's Issue Statements
Health Care, Social Security, Iraq, National Security, Energy, Immigration, Affirmative Action, Economy, Budget, Education, Gay Marriage, Abortion, Poverty, Gun Control, Stem Cell Research, Top Priorities
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Biography
Personal
Birthdate: May 27, 1944 (Willimantic, Conn.)
Hometown: East Haddam, Conn.
Spouse: Jackie Clegg Dodd
Children: Grace Dodd, Christina Dodd
Religion: Roman Catholic
Education
- University of Louisville School of Law, J.D., 1972
- Providence College, B.A., 1966
- Georgetown Preparatory School, 1962
Experience
Military Service:
- U.S. Army, 1969-1975
- Peace Corps Volunteer in Dominican Republic, 1966-1968
Public Service / Elected Offices:
- Senator, United States Senate, 1981-present
- Chair, Committee on Rules and Administration, 2001-2003
- Representative, United States House of Representatives, 1975-1981
Campaign Finance
| Funds Raised | $35,251 |
| Funds Spent | $175,479 |
| Cash on Hand | $1,231,332 |
Data as of May 31, 2008
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