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During his campaign, he focused on restoring the rights guaranteed by the [[U.S. Constitution]], particularly in his opposition to [[George W. Bush]]'s abridgment of civil liberties.<ref>{{cite web | During his campaign, he focused on restoring the rights guaranteed by the [[U.S. Constitution]], particularly in his opposition to [[George W. Bush]]'s abridgment of civil liberties.<ref>{{cite web | ||
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Revision as of 11:23, 21 January 2008
Christopher John Dodd(1944- ) is an American lawyer and politician. He currently serves as the senior senator from Connecticut since 1981. Prior to his senatorial career, he was a member of the House of Representatives from 1975 until his election into the Senate. His father, Thomas Joseph Dodd, was a U.S. Senator representing the same state from 1959 to 1971.
He launched a bid for the Democratic nomination to presidency in the 2008 United States presidential election, but withdrew after poor showing in the Iowa Caucus.[1]
Early life and career
Senatorial years
2008 presidential campaign
Dodd announced his entrance to the 2008 presidential election in January, 2007.[2]
During his campaign, he focused on restoring the rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution, particularly in his opposition to George W. Bush's abridgment of civil liberties.[3] In the Iowa Caucus he trailed the front runners such as Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, after which he withdrew from the race.
References
Citations
- ↑ Murray, Shailagh (January 4), "Biden, Dodd Withdraw From Race", Washington Post: A12
- ↑ Balz, Dan (January 12), "Democratic Sen. Dodd Enters Presidential Race", Washington Post: A06
- ↑ Dodd, Christopher (October 22, 2007). My Oath of Office. Huffington Post. Retrieved on January 21, 2008.