Delaware U.S. House District 1 Primary
U.S. House Representative – as a member of the lower chamber of U.S. Congress, regulates interstate commerce, interstate communication, interstate transportation, the U.S. Mint, and the supply of money. The U.S. Congress creates courts and declares war on foreign countries. The primary function of the house representatives is to make laws. Duties vary according to their stature and party affiliation. Each House also has many committees that focus on a particular responsibility. Some examples include energy, veterans affairs, housing and foreign relations. One of the most common duties of a representative is to act as a conduit between the federal government and the local authorities and residents of the areas they represent.Because of its small size, Delaware has only one representative in the U.S. House. Representatives are elected for two-year terms.
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Joseph "Dr. Joe" Arminio
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Earl Cooper
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John J. Whalen
(Rep)