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- Tom Tancredo was born on December 20, 1945 in Denver, Colorado, USA.
- An outspoken critic against illegal immigration, he opposes amnesty and has been lobbying for tighter border security.
- Sought the Republican nomination for the 2008 U.S. Presidential campaign, using border security as the campaign issue. He withdrew from the race on December 20, 2007 (his 62nd birthday), citing his fear that his votes could become a factor in the potential victory of a politician that is considered pro-amnesty.
- From January 1999 to January 2009, he was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving in Colorado's 6th district. He left office after choosing not to seek re-election.
- You really want to do something to restore the people's faith in government? Do something about illegal immigration, don't just talk about it.
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