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John J. Sparkman
John J. Sparkman Congressional Service
John J. Sparkman is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Alabama. JOHN served as a Senator for the state of Alabama and served a total of 16 terms in congress.
John J. Sparkman participated in over 0 voting sessions, sponsored over 293 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 246 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
LiberalJohn Sparkman supported policies that promoted economic growth through government intervention and investment in public works projects. He was an advocate for the New Deal economic policies.
Agriculture
LiberalSparkman endorsed agricultural support programs, including subsidies and price supports, to assist farmers and stabilize the farming economy.
Immigration
CentristJohn Sparkman had limited publicly available positions on immigration policy, though he showed general support for maintaining existing immigration laws of his time.
Education
LiberalSparkman advocated for federal aid to education, supporting increased funding for public schools and higher education institutions.
Energy
CentristSparkman supported the development of energy resources and infrastructure, including backing federal projects to improve access to electricity in rural areas.
Climate change
CentristThere is limited information on Sparkman's specific stance on climate change, but his support for rural electrification suggests an interest in energy development.
Healthcare
LiberalSparkman supported the expansion of healthcare services and the creation of programs to make healthcare more accessible, such as Medicare.
Housing
LiberalHe endorsed government involvement in housing to provide affordable housing options, including support for public housing programs.
Transportation
CentristSparkman advocated for improvements in transportation infrastructure, supporting federal investment in highways and public works.
Veterans affairs
LiberalHe actively supported veterans' benefits, including education and housing assistance, reflecting a commitment to improving conditions for veterans.
Voting rights
ConservativeSparkman had a mixed record on voting rights, at times supporting measures that limited voting access, reflecting the segregationist policies of his era.