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About Duke Cunningham
A legend in the field of American politics, Randall Cunningham was a war hero and a politician who served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives. Popularly known as “Duke”, from 1991 to 2005, Cunnigham represented a district in California.
Early life
He was born to his father, Randall Cunningham, and his mother, Lela in Los Angeles in 1941. Duke grew up in a very modest family, as his father worked as a truck driver. After his father bought his own gas station, the family moved to Fresno in California.
The family moved again in 1953 to a place called Shelbina in Missouri where his parents bought a business they named the Five-and-Dime Cunningham Variety Store.
Interest in Politics
Going into politics after exiting from CNN as a commentator, Cunningham won the then-44th district in San Diego against his Democrat Party opponent Jim Bates.
As a member of the Republican Party of the House of Representatives, he served in his Congressional District for about three consecutive terms – from 1993 to 2005.
2005 Scandal
In late November 2005, Cunningham had to resign as a House Representative. This Was due to him being charged with federal crimes of evading taxes, mail fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy to commit bribery. He received a sentence of eight years and four months. The court ordered him to pay in restitution an amount of $1.8 million.
His Achievement in Politics
Considering how his political career ended in a scandal, Cunningham’s achievements often get ignored. Working with John Murtha from the Democrat Party, he co-sponsored the “Flag Desecration Amendment”, which basically required Congress to have the mandate to prevent the physical desecration of the Flag of the United States of America.
He also led in the sponsorship of the Shark Finning Prohibition Act, which focused on banning the practice of shark finning throughout all existing US waters.
Personal Life
As of 2022, Randall Cunningham has been married twice; first, to Susan Albrecht, and second to Nancy Jones. He has three children.
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F.A.Q. about Duke Cunningham
When is his birthday?
Duke Cunningham's birthday is on December 8, 1941.
In how many days is his birthday?
Duke Cunningham's birthday is in 233 days
How old is he?
He is 82 years old.
Where is Duke Cunningham from?
He was born in Los Angeles, California, U.S..