Who replaced Russ Feingold?

Who replaced Russ Feingold?

Russ Feingold
Preceded by Barrie Walkley
Succeeded by Tom Perriello
United States Senator from Wisconsin
In office January 3, 1993 – January 3, 2011

How old is Russ Feingold?

68 years (March 2, 1953)
Russell D. Feingold/Age

What party was Feingold?

Democratic Party
Russell D. Feingold/Parties

Did Ron beat Russ Feingold?

Former U.S. Senator Russ Feingold, whom Johnson unseated in the 2010 midterm elections, sought a rematch for a fourth non-consecutive term in office but was again defeated by Johnson, who became the first Republican to win a Senate election in Wisconsin during a presidential election year since Bob Kasten in 1980.

Where is Russ Feingold from?

Janesville, WI
Russell D. Feingold/Place of birth

Is Russ Feingold married?

Christine Ferdinandm. 2013
Mary Feingoldm. 1991–2005Sue Feingoldm. 1977–1986
Russell D. Feingold/Spouse

Why are incumbents likely to win elections?

For most political offices, the incumbent often has more name recognition due to their previous work in the office. Incumbents also have easier access to campaign finance, as well as government resources (such as the franking privilege) that can be indirectly used to boost the incumbent’s re-election campaign.

Who did Ron Johnson run against?

Electoral history

Party Candidate %
Republican Ron Johnson 51.86%
Democratic Russ Feingold (incumbent) 47.02%
Republican gain from Democratic

Who are the senators from Wisconsin?

Ron Johnson (Republican Party)
Tammy Baldwin (Democratic Party)
Wisconsin/Senators
Wisconsin was admitted to the Union on May 29, 1848. Its current U.S. senators are Republican Ron Johnson (since 2011) and Democrat Tammy Baldwin (since 2013), making it one of seven states to have a split United States Senate delegation.

Do incumbents have advantage?

Is Ron Johnson married?

Jane Johnsonm. 1977
Ron Johnson/Spouse