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 | |
| Born | 1969 (age 54–55) |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence(s) | Biddeford, Maine Kennebunk, Maine |
| Alma mater | University of Southern Maine (B.A.) Southern New Hampshire University (M.A.) |
| Profession | Concrete contractor |
2002 congressional campaign
editHe 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
edit- ^ Groening, Tom (February 20, 2002). "Steven Joyce to challenge Tom Allen". Bangor Daily News.
- ^ Perry, Herb (August 31, 2002). "seacoastonline.com". www.seacoastonline.com.
- ^ "GOP's Joyce talks tough against Iraq Candidate says U.S. needs to act". Bangor Daily News. October 2, 2002.
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