Steven Joyce (Maine politician)

Steven Joyce (born 1969) is an American politician from Maine. Joyce, a Republican from Biddeford, served two terms (1995 – 1998) in the Maine House of Representatives (District 17). In 2002, he was the Republican nominee in Maine's 1st congressional district.

Steven Joyce
Member of the Maine House of Representatives
from the 17th district
In office
1995–1998
Personal details
Born1969 (age 54–55)
Political partyRepublican
Residence(s)Biddeford, Maine
Kennebunk, Maine
Alma materUniversity of Southern Maine (B.A.)
Southern New Hampshire University (M.A.)
ProfessionConcrete contractor

2002 congressional campaign

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He was the Republican nominee for Maine's 1st congressional district in 2002. He faced incumbent Democratic nominee Tom Allen.[1] He called for more funding for the U.S. military, supported a preemptive strike on Iraqi President Saddam Hussein, and denounced "government interference" in business.[2] In October, Joyce called for the invasion of Iraq regardless of international opinion. This was in contrast to his opponent, who urged caution.[3]

He was defeated in the general election after receiving 97,931 votes (36.19%).

References

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  1. ^ Groening, Tom (February 20, 2002). "Steven Joyce to challenge Tom Allen". Bangor Daily News.
  2. ^ Perry, Herb (August 31, 2002). "seacoastonline.com". www.seacoastonline.com.
  3. ^ "GOP's Joyce talks tough against Iraq Candidate says U.S. needs to act". Bangor Daily News. October 2, 2002.