Biographical Profile for Pete Coors
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Pete Coors's positions and views on the issues:
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List of Issues | Biographical | Reasons & Objectives | Jobs | Taxes | Federal Budget & Fiscal Policy | Health & Medical | Medical Insurance | Business | Security & Terrorism | Education | Guns | Gay & Lesbian | Prescription Drugs | Abortion, Stem Cell & Cloning
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General: (political statement of goals, objectives, views, philosophies)
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At this critical crossroads in American history, I believe we are all called to step up to even greater service. That's why I'm running for the U.S. Senate.
In a U.S. Senate dominated by lawyers and professional politicians I believe there is room for at least one new Senator with real-world business experience, bringing fresh perspective and new leadership to a Congress too often gridlocked by stale ideas and political gridlock. With your help, I can be that Senator.
Working together we can reduce the crushing tax burden, create more good-paying jobs, help parents get the best education for their children, and protect our special quality of life. And we can pull together to protect our homeland, keeping us safe from terrorism.
We can do these things and more - if we step up together.
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Personal: (gender, age, marital status, spouse's name and age, children's name and
ages, home town, current residence)
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Male; Age:58; Married; Spouse:Marilyn; Children:Father of six children; Place of Birth:Golden, CO; Home Town:Golden, CO
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Education: (times and places of schools, colleges, major, degrees, activities, sports)
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bachelor's degree in industrial engineering from Cornell University master's degree in business administration from the University of Denver in 1970
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Profession: (profession and work experience outside politics)
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no response
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Military: (branch, years of service, active duty experience, highest rank, medals,
honors, discharge date and type)
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no response
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Civic: (past and present organizations, charities involvement)
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His numerous and diverse civic responsibilities include serving as a trustee and member of the executive board of the Denver Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America, and a member of the National Western Stock Show Association executive committee. He also is a member of the International Chapter of Young Presidents Organization and a trustee for the Seeds of Hope Foundation. Pete serves as Chairman for the Vision 2006 Campaign for Johnson & Wales University at Denver and is a board member of the University of Colorado Hospital.
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Political: (dates and titles of previously held political offices)
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no response
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Religion: (current and past religious affiliations, beliefs)
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Catholic Previous Affiliations:Episcopalian
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Accomplishments: (significant accomplishments, awards, achievements)
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no response
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