Biographical Profile for John Edwards
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General: (political statement of goals, objectives, views, philosophies)
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I grew up in a small town. My mother worked at the post office and my father at a textile mill. They didn't have much money, but they had family. They taught me the value of hard work and perseverance. I'll never forget where I come from, and I'll always be a voice for regular families like mine. I was the first in my family to go to college, and I believe every American should have the same opportunities I've had: strong schools, affordable health care, and a good job to support your family. I run for president because my parents passed a better world onto me. I believe the moral test of our generation is whether we will do the same for our children. To pass this test, we need fundamental change. We need to fix the broken system in Washington. We need a president who will take on the special interests, and fight for universal health care. For an economy that works for middle-class families. For aggressive action to halt global warming. For ending the war in Iraq, and restoring America's moral leadership around the world. For comprehensive immigration reform, for workers' right to organize -- and for One America for all of us. I run because after seven years of George Bush, we need a leader who will be straight with the American people. And I run because I believe that it's time for Democrats to have a little backbone and lead the way to a better America.
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Personal: (gender, age, marital status, spouse's name and age, children's name and
ages, home town, current residence)
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Age:51; Married; Spouse:Elizabeth (55); Children:Cate (22), Emma Claire (6), Jack (4); Place of Birth:Seneca, North Carolina; Home Town:Robbins, North Carolina. Senator Edwards and his wife, Elizabeth, whom he met when both were law students at Chapel Hill, were married in 1977. They have had four children, including: their eldest daughter, Catharine, who is attending law school; nine-year-old Emma Claire; and a seven-year-old son, Jack. Their first child, Wade, died in 1996.
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Education: (times and places of schools, colleges, major, degrees, activities, sports)
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North Carolina State University where he graduated with high honors in 1974, and then earned a law degree with honors in 1977 from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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Profession: (profession and work experience outside politics)
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Trial lawyer
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Military: (branch, years of service, active duty experience, highest rank, medals,
honors, discharge date and type)
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no response
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Civic: (past and present organizations, charities involvement)
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He is the former Director of the Center on Poverty, Work, and Opportunity at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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Political: (dates and titles of previously held political offices)
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In 1998 elected to the United States Senate. Member of the Select Committee on Intelligence. Senator John Kerry picked Senator Edwards to serve as his running mate in the 2004 general election.
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Religion: (current and past religious affiliations, beliefs)
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Methodist
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Accomplishments: (significant accomplishments, awards, achievements)
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no response
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