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James M. Shannon
James M. Shannon Congressional Service
James M. Shannon is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Massachusetts. JAMES served as a House Representative for the state of Massachusetts and served a total of 1 term in congress.
James M. Shannon participated in over 0 voting sessions, sponsored over 83 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 436 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
LiberalJames Shannon generally supported policies aimed at promoting economic growth through federal investment and regulation reform.
Agriculture
LiberalJames Shannon favored supporting farmers through subsidies and federal assistance programs to stabilize prices and protect the agricultural sector.
Immigration
LiberalJames Shannon advocated for comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.
Education
LiberalJames Shannon was a proponent of increased federal funding for public education and initiatives to improve education quality.
Energy
LiberalJames Shannon supported investment in renewable energy sources and policies aimed at reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
Climate change
LiberalJames Shannon recognized climate change as a significant issue and advocated for legislation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Healthcare
LiberalJames Shannon favored expanding access to healthcare through government programs and reforms to make healthcare more affordable.
Housing
LiberalJames Shannon supported affordable housing initiatives and policies to increase access to housing for low-income families.
Transportation
LiberalJames Shannon endorsed federal investment in infrastructure development and public transportation systems.
Veterans affairs
LiberalJames Shannon advocated for increased support and resources for veterans, including healthcare and employment assistance.
Voting rights
LiberalJames Shannon was a strong advocate for expanding and protecting voting rights, supporting measures to make voting more accessible.