Dennis Kucinich
Party: Democratic
Occupation: Politician
Current Job / Position: Representative from Ohio
Web site(s):
Kucinich for President
Rep. Dennis Kucinich
Rep. Kucinich's Voting Record
Latest News
- Jindal Says GOP Getting Away From Its Core Values (June 16, 2008)
- The Democratic Race in Eight Minutes (June 8, 2008)
- Republicans See Storm Clouds Gathering (March 16, 2008)
- BTN: Dennis Kucinich (Jan. 24, 2008)
- Kucinich Withdraws From Race (Jan. 24, 2008)
Photos and Video
Getting Personal With Presidential Hopeful Kucinich
Following a discussion on Iraq at Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies, washingtonpost.com's Sarah Loveheim sat down with Rep. Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) to dig beyond his policy and shed light on his personality. Alongside his wife, Elizabeth, Kucinich shared stories of his childhood, on being a vegan, and why he thinks America is ready for Elizabeth as its first lady.
Biography
Personal
Birthdate: October 8, 1946 (Cleveland, Ohio)
Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio
Spouse: Elizabeth Kucinich
Children: Jackie Kucinich
Education
- Case Western Reserve University, M.A., 1974
- Case Western Reserve University, B.A.
Experience
Public Service / Elected Offices:
- Democratic presidential candidate, 2004
- Representative, United States House of Representatives, 1997-present
- Senator, Ohio State Senate, 1994-1996
- Cleveland Mayor, 1977-1979
- Cleveland City Council, 1970-1975, 1981-1982
- Clerk, Cleveland Municipal Courts, 1976-1977
Campaign Finance
| Funds Raised | $-100 |
| Funds Spent | $1,451 |
| Cash on Hand | $3,743 |
Data as of May 31, 2008
Full MAY 2008 Financial Report »
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Paul Haggis | $500 |
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| Writer | Glendale, CA 91204 | ||
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Talk with the Candidates
- Q&A Transcript: Dennis Kucinich (Oct. 18, 2007)

