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Jamie Raskin

Jamin Ben "Jamie" Raskin is an American attorney, law professor, and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Maryland's 8th congressional district since 2017. A progressive member of the Democratic Party, he served in the Maryland State Senate from 2007 to 2016. The district previously included portions of Montgomery County, a suburban county northwest of Washington, D.C., and extended through rural Frederick County to the Pennsylvania border. Since redistricting in 2022, Raskin's district encompasses much of Montgomery County and a sliver of Prince George's County.

Source: Wikipedia
Jamie Raskin
Conflict Stance Assessment
50/100
Balanced

Based on public statements and material ties.

At a glance

OccupationAmerican politician (born 1962)
CountryUnited States
Place of BirthWashington, D.C.
BirthdayDecember 13, 1962
Sexmale
Public Record

Positions & Funding

Documented stances on the conflict and disclosed financial ties.

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Position on Palestine

Stated public stance

  • Raskin advocated for a Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian aid surge.
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Position on Israel

Stated public stance

  • Raskin cosponsored legislation to restrict offensive weapons sales to Israel.