Ballotpedia: Eugene Depasquale

ABC 27 News: Eugene DePasquale – Pennsylvania Attorney General Candidate, Democrat

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Eugene is originally from Pittsburgh. He earned his bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Pittsburgh, his master's degree in public policy from the University of Pittsburgh, and his law degree from Widener University. He lives with his wife, Tracey, and their 2 children in Pittsburgh.

Eugene currently works as an adjunct professor at the University of Pittsburgh. He previously worked for the City of York as director of economic development and as the deputy secretary for the Department of Environmental Protection from 2003 to 2006.

Eugene Depasquale previously served as auditor general for Pennsylvania. He served 2 terms from 2013 to 2021. He also previously served as a state representative for Pennsylvania State House District 95. He served 3 terms from 2007 to 2013. He ran for US Representative in Pennsylvania House District 10 in 2020, but he did not win.

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Supports universal background checks, banning the sale of "ghost guns," and implementing red flag laws to prevent criminals, terrorists, and domestic abusers from obtaining guns.

Supports universal background checks, banning the sale of "ghost guns," and implementing red flag laws to prevent criminals and domestic abusers from obtaining guns.

Supports holding polluters accountable and defending sustainable practices to combat climate change.

Supports holding polluters accountable and supporting sustainable practices to combat climate change.

Supports using Pennsylvania's share of the opioid manufacturers settlement money for "proven prevention and treatment programs."

Supports working with law enforcement to utilize proven crime prevention tactics and prosecute violent criminals.

Supports abortion access and will utilize office to protect abortion rights from political action.

- Supports universal background checks, banning the sale of "ghost guns," and implementing red flag laws to prevent criminals and domestic abusers from obtaining guns.
- Supports holding polluters accountable and supporting sustainable practices to combat climate change.
- Supports using Pennsylvania's share of the opioid manufacturers settlement money for "proven prevention and treatment programs."
- Supports working with law enforcement to utilize proven crime prevention tactics and prosecute violent criminals.
- Supports abortion access and will utilize office to protect abortion rights from political action.

Public Safety

Promises to "prosecute wage theft and defend collective bargaining rights."

Supports measures to combat price gouging.

Believes in supporting health care access by taking "on insurance companies that unlawfully deny patients coverage or drug companies that fuel the opioid crisis."

- Promises to "prosecute wage theft and defend collective bargaining rights."
- Supports measures to combat price gouging.
- Believes in supporting health care access by taking "on insurance companies that unlawfully deny patients coverage or drug companies that fuel the opioid crisis."

Consumer Protection

Supports aggressive prosecution of hate crimes.

- Supports aggressive prosecution of hate crimes.

Criminal Justice

As of September 30, 2024, Eugene Depasquale’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Eugene Depasquale

Eugene Depasquale previously served as auditor general for Pennsylvania. He served 2 terms from 2013 to 2021. He also previously served as a state representative for Pennsylvania State House District 95. He served 3 terms from 2007 to 2013. He ran for US Representative in Pennsylvania House District 10 in 2020 but did not win.

Believes in "cracking down on crime" to ensure public safety.

Supports "Fighting for Environmental Justice."

Supports inclusive policies to protect the LGBTQ community and promote equality in law enforcement, healthcare, and education.

Plans to "restore trust between citizens and local law enforcement to ensure our police can best serve and protect the Commonwealth."

Promises to represent victims of "deceptive policies, price gouging, or other unethical practices."

Plans to be a "fighter" for criminal justice reform.

Believes in having "a record of standing up to bullies," suggesting a strong stance against those who intimidate or oppress others.

Believes in standing firm and not backing down from tough fights, just like any other Pennsylvanian.

Endorsed by Western Pennsylvania labor organizations.

Believes in protecting citizens from "extremists and...".

Believes in holding "bullies, cheats, and criminals" accountable.

Believes in having extensive legal experience to win tough fights.

Believes the opposing candidate is untrustworthy for the position of attorney general.

Eugene is from Pittsburgh. He earned his bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Pittsburgh and his law degree from Widener University School of Law.

Eugene DePasquale served as Pennsylvania's Auditor General for eight years and was a State Representative for York County.

Eugene Depasquale served as Pennsylvania's auditor general from 2013 to 2021 and was a state representative for York County. He ran for Congress in 2020 but did not win.

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- The attorney general is the top lawyer in Pennsylvania and represents PA and its agencies in lawsuits that are brought by or against the state. 
- The attorney general supervises hundreds of prosecutors, attorneys, and agents across four divisions: criminal law, public protection (focusing on personal rights and public interests), civil (representing Pennsylvania and upholding its Constitution), and public engagement (focusing on outreach and crime prevention).
-The attorney general is responsible for collecting taxes and debts due to the state and prosecutes organized crime and public corruption cases.
- The attorney genera is elected to four-year terms and cannot serve more than two consecutive terms in office.