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Overview
Matt Cartwright is a Hamilton College alumnus of the class of 1983 who went on to serve as a U.S. Representative from Pennsylvania’s 17th congressional district (2013–present). He is a Democrat known for his progressive positions and has been re-elected multiple times in a competitive district.
Relevance to Research
The March 7, 1980 issue of The Spectator includes a letter to the editor signed by Matt Cartwright ‘83, along with several other students, in support of President Carter’s reinstatement of draft registration. The letter argues that Hamilton students broadly support the policy, contrary to a Student Assembly resolution opposing it, and defends preparedness to protect political and economic freedoms.
Notes
Cartwright appears as one of eight co-signers of the letter, not as the sole author. His class year ‘83 indicates he was a first-year student (freshman) at the time of publication in spring 1980. The letter provides an early glimpse of his political engagement as a student.
Related Sources
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