John H. Adler

Democrat Representative of New Jersey's 3rd district

http://adler.house.gov

Congresses Served

House Terms

August 23, 1959 (51 years old)

Birthday

April 4, 2011

Death

Served as a U.S. Representative for one term, from 2009 to 2011.
Previously a member of the New Jersey Senate from 1992 to 2009.
Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives as the first Democrat to represent his district in 123 years.
Experienced a significant political defeat in the 2010 midterm elections.
Held various committee assignments in the House, including Financial Services and Veterans’ Affairs.
Known for centrist political positions, with a near-even split between liberal and conservative rankings.
Advocated for legislation related to public health, voting rights for military personnel, and anti-corruption measures.
Endorsed presidential candidates John Kerry in 2004 and Barack Obama in 2008, breaking from party establishment preferences.
Faced personal challenges, including the loss of his father during his youth and financial struggles during his education.
Died unexpectedly due to complications from a staph infection shortly after leaving office.