Representative Peter DeFazio Reflects on His Career in Politics

“It just felt like a very appropriate time … felt like I’d be going out on top,” said outgoing House Transportation Committee Chair Peter De… read more

“It just felt like a very appropriate time … felt like I’d be going out on top,” said outgoing House Transportation Committee Chair Peter DeFazio (D-OR) of his retirement from Congress after 36 years in the House of Representatives. The representative’s remarks came as he spoke with C-SPAN to reflect on his life and career and politics. Representative DeFazio reflected on his legislative accomplishments, his political influences, and the growing partisan divide between Democrats and Republicans. When asked what he would miss least about Congress, he said, “Raising money.” close

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Representative Peter DeFazio Reflects on His Career in Politics

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Program ID:
524606-1
Category:
Interview
Format:
Interview
Location:
2167, Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Dec 29, 2022 | 8:31pm EST | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Dec 30, 2022 | 1:28pm EST | C-SPAN 1

Airing Details

  • Dec 27, 2022 | 6:44pm EST | C-SPAN RADIO
  • Dec 28, 2022 | 5:43am EST | C-SPAN RADIO
  • Dec 29, 2022 | 8:31pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Dec 30, 2022 | 2:10am EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Dec 30, 2022 | 1:28pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Jan 01, 2023 | 11:03am EST | C-SPAN RADIO
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