Biography
John Hickenlooper, born on February 7, 1952, in Narberth, Pennsylvania, is a Democratic politician serving as the junior United States Senator from Colorado since January 3, 2021. Before his tenure in the Senate, Hickenlooper served as the 42nd Governor of Colorado from 2011 to 2019 and as the 43rd Mayor of Denver from 2003 to 2011. His political career is marked by a focus on bipartisan collaboration and pragmatic solutions to complex issues.
Education and Political Experience
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Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in English from Wesleyan University
- Master of Science in Geology from Wesleyan University
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Political Experience:
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Mayor of Denver : As mayor, Hickenlooper addressed the city's budget deficit, expanded the mass transit system, and enhanced civilian oversight of the police department.
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Governor of Colorado : During his governorship, he implemented universal background checks and banned high-capacity magazines following the 2012 Aurora theater shooting. He also expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, significantly reducing the state's uninsured rate.
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U.S. Senator from Colorado : Elected to the Senate in 2020, Hickenlooper has continued his commitment to bipartisan solutions, focusing on issues such as energy policy, healthcare, and economic development.
Throughout his career, Hickenlooper has been recognized for his ability to bring diverse groups together to address pressing challenges, reflecting his background as a geologist, entrepreneur, and public servant.
