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Jim Costa
Profile
Jim Costa is an American politician currently serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 21st congressional district. A member of the Democratic Party, he has held various congressional seats since 2005, following a long tenure in the California State Assembly and State Senate. Throughout his career, Costa has focused on agricultural policy, water rights, and foreign affairs, often aligning with moderate factions such as the Blue Dog Coalition. He is a graduate of California State University, Fresno, and has been a prominent voice on issues affecting the Central Valley.
Details
- Born
- 1952-04-13 · 74 years old
- Birth place
- Fresno, California
- Education
- San Joaquin Memorial High School, California State University, Fresno
- Career
- Aide to U.S. Representative B. F. Sisk, aide to U.S. Representative John Krebs, chief of staff to Rick Lehman
