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Brett Guthrie

REPUBLICAN

Brett Guthrie is running for Kentucky US Representative, District 2.

Personal background

Brett resides in Bowling Green, Kentucky, with his wife, Beth Clemmons. They have 3 children and 1 granddaughter. Brett graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and earned a master’s degree from Yale in public and private management.

Professional background

Brett previously worked as vice-president of Trace Die Cast, a manufacturing company in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He also served as an artillery officer in the U.S. Army.

Political background

Brett Guthrie is currently a U.S. House member, representing District 2 in Kentucky. He was first elected in 2008 and is serving his 8th term. He is the Chair of the Health Subcommittee on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and is a Deputy Whip within the House Republican Conference.

Economy

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Healthcare

Voted to ban abortions after 20 weeks.

Wants to end government funding of Planned Parenthood.

Led efforts to lower health care costs and reduce government involvement in doctor-patient relationships.

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Public Safety

Opposes gun control and has an “A” rating from the National Rifle Association.

As a member of the communications and consumer protection subcommittees, led efforts to improve rural internet service and safeguard online consumer privacy.

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Foreign Policy and Immigration

Opposes illegal immigration.

Opposes cuts to police funding.

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Energy & the Environment

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Voting & Elections

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Education

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