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Ryan John de la Vega (born 10/01/76) is a democratic congressman from Montana's 1st district. | Ryan John de la Vega (born 10/01/76) is a democratic congressman from Montana's 1st district. | ||
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Ryan de la Vega was born in Lockwood Montana to parents Joseph Wayne de la Vega and Martha Jan de la Vega on January 10th, 1976. His father was a National Parks ranger, his mother an assistant D.A. | Ryan de la Vega was born in Lockwood Montana to parents Joseph Wayne de la Vega and Martha Jan de la Vega on January 10th, 1976. His father was a National Parks ranger, his mother an assistant D.A. | ||
His father's love for the environment was a big influence on de la Vega, and from a young age, he become and active observer alongside is father. His mother's job instilled in him the responsibility and respect for law, and undertook a number of internships at her D.A.'s office. Despite the families adequate income, de la Vega attended public school his whole life, where he excelled at many subjects including English, Foreign Studies, History, Law and Music. He then went onto the University of Montana where he completed degrees in Political Science, Sociology and Law. Feeling a lack of representation for his values in the notoriously conservative region, de la Vega decided to run for Congress, winning unopposed as a Democrat. As to why de la Vega chose to become a Democrat, he stated: "Alot of people believe that the Democrats and the Republics have little difference between them, but it was the value system, the liberal freedom and constant emphasis on progressive legislature that attracted me." de la Vega also said that while several Third Parties caught his eye, he felt he "could get more done as a Democrat." | His father's love for the environment was a big influence on de la Vega, and from a young age, he become and active observer alongside is father. His mother's job instilled in him the responsibility and respect for law, and undertook a number of internships at her D.A.'s office. Despite the families adequate income, de la Vega attended public school his whole life, where he excelled at many subjects including English, Foreign Studies, History, Law and Music. He then went onto the University of Montana where he completed degrees in Political Science, Sociology and Law. Feeling a lack of representation for his values in the notoriously conservative region, de la Vega decided to run for Congress, winning unopposed as a Democrat. As to why de la Vega chose to become a Democrat, he stated: "Alot of people believe that the Democrats and the Republics have little difference between them, but it was the value system, the liberal freedom and constant emphasis on progressive legislature that attracted me." de la Vega also said that while several Third Parties caught his eye, he felt he "could get more done as a Democrat." | ||
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== de la Vega in Congress == | == de la Vega in Congress == | ||
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de la Vega in the latest session has remained vocal, but shown a lot more restraint,appearing more bipartisan and adept as a congressman. With a Democratic majority, there has not been too much de la Vega has been opposed to in the House, however that has not stopped him from speaking up. Texas Congressman Buford T Justice copped a significant amount of flack from de la Vega over a number of issues including the combat of HIV/AIDS both at home overseas, and the call for the embargo to be dropped against Cuba. While there were some notable fueds between the two in the last session, de la Vega insists he has tried to be more accepting of the right-wing point of view but "will not sacrifice my own convictions. When something is not right, I will say it. Not just because of my own beliefs, but what is in the best interests for the American people." | de la Vega in the latest session has remained vocal, but shown a lot more restraint,appearing more bipartisan and adept as a congressman. With a Democratic majority, there has not been too much de la Vega has been opposed to in the House, however that has not stopped him from speaking up. Texas Congressman Buford T Justice copped a significant amount of flack from de la Vega over a number of issues including the combat of HIV/AIDS both at home overseas, and the call for the embargo to be dropped against Cuba. While there were some notable fueds between the two in the last session, de la Vega insists he has tried to be more accepting of the right-wing point of view but "will not sacrifice my own convictions. When something is not right, I will say it. Not just because of my own beliefs, but what is in the best interests for the American people." | ||
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== de la Vega as SHEE Chairperson == | == de la Vega as SHEE Chairperson == | ||
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In a speech made upon his appointment, de la Vega expressed the honour and prestige that came with the new role: "This committee is one that I am very proud to be a member of, let alone a chairman. As you all know, I have been advocating for better health and education services for much of my time in public office and my experience and love for the environment stems from my father, who is a retired National Parks Ranger here in Montana. I could not be more happy about this new responsibility, and I will certainly treat this position with acuity, respect and adept chairmanship. I look forward to my new role and hope to continue in it for some time." | In a speech made upon his appointment, de la Vega expressed the honour and prestige that came with the new role: "This committee is one that I am very proud to be a member of, let alone a chairman. As you all know, I have been advocating for better health and education services for much of my time in public office and my experience and love for the environment stems from my father, who is a retired National Parks Ranger here in Montana. I could not be more happy about this new responsibility, and I will certainly treat this position with acuity, respect and adept chairmanship. I look forward to my new role and hope to continue in it for some time." | ||
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== Ideology == | == Ideology == | ||
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"I have been chosen to represent the people, and it is the people I represent, not the companies seeking tax breaks or offering political oppertunity to the highest bidder. Throughout history, many officials believe that they are above the people, not for the people. I intend to return the trust of the voters by being the voice they need." | "I have been chosen to represent the people, and it is the people I represent, not the companies seeking tax breaks or offering political oppertunity to the highest bidder. Throughout history, many officials believe that they are above the people, not for the people. I intend to return the trust of the voters by being the voice they need." | ||
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