John Conyers, Jr.

John Conyers, Jr.

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM
Status
Inactive
State
Michigan
Last Reported Cash on Hand
$5,471.78
Date of Birth
1929-05-16
Gender
Male

Contact Information

Party History

1971
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1969
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1967
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1965
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Stance on Important Issues

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Liberal
John Conyers supported policies aimed at economic justice, including labor rights and increasing the minimum wage. He advocated for reducing income inequality and enhancing workers' rights.

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Liberal
Conyers focused on supporting small farmers and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. He emphasized the need for fair trade and assisting underserved farmers.

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Liberal
John Conyers supported comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship and protection for undocumented immigrants. He opposed measures that he viewed as punitive.

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Liberal
Conyers advocated for equitable education funding and access to quality public education. He supported initiatives to make higher education more affordable.

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Liberal
John Conyers supported transitioning to renewable energy sources and opposed drilling projects that posed environmental risks. He emphasized sustainable energy policies.

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Liberal
Conyers was a proponent of taking aggressive action on climate change, supporting legislation aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental justice.

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Extremely liberal
John Conyers was a strong advocate for a single-payer healthcare system, sponsoring legislation for Medicare for All to ensure universal healthcare coverage.

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Liberal
Conyers supported affordable housing initiatives and policies that aimed to prevent housing discrimination and increase access to housing for low-income families.

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Liberal
He advocated for improving public transportation infrastructure and increasing federal investment in transportation projects to enhance accessibility and reduce environmental impact.

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Liberal
Conyers supported increasing funding for veterans' healthcare and benefits, emphasizing the need to address issues like homelessness and mental health among veterans.

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Extremely liberal
A staunch advocate for voting rights, Conyers supported measures to ensure fair and accessible voting processes, including opposition to restrictive voting laws.

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