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Russ Carnahan
202,470 votes
66.4%
- Party: Democratic
- Occupation: Incumbent Member of Congress, Attorney at Law
- Education: University of Missouri-Columbia / Bachelor of Science degree in public relations with an emphasis in public service
- Education Cont'd: University of Missouri-Columbia School of law / juris doctorate degree
Priorities:
- We need to roll back the Republican-sponsored tax-credits, worth $14 billion for Big Oil, and instead invest those resources in the America's future.
- The Congressman is committed to pursuing policies that will provide long-term security for American citizens.
- Curbing methamphetamine abuse nation-wide, and particularly in Jefferson County is a top priority for Congressman Carnahan.
Chris S. Sander
92,759 votes
30.4%
- Party: Republican
- Occupation: Mortgage Broker
- Past President, Missouri Assn. of Mortgage Brokers
- Member, National Assn. of Mortgage Brokers
- Missouri Delegate - National Assn. of Mortgage Brokers
Priorities:
- Small Government / Low Taxes
- Pro Life / Pro 2nd Amendment
- Strong Military and National Defense
Kevin C. Babcock
5,518 votes
1.8%
- Party: Libertarian
- Occupation: Attorney
- JD Saint Louis University School of Law
Priorities:
- End the war in Iraq
- Eliminate the personal income tax
- End the War on Drugs
Cynthia "Cindy" Redburn
4,324 votes
1.4%
- Party: Constitution
- Occupation: Retired teacher
- State Secretary - Missouri Constitution Party
Priorities:
- Restore Constitutional Government
- Pro-life
- America's Interests First
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