Bill Redmond
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| Name | Bill Redmond |
| Office | Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New Mexico's 3rd district |
| Term start | June 5, 1997 |
| Term end | January 3, 1999 |
| Predecessor | Bill Richardson |
| Successor | Tom Udall |
| Party | Republican |
| Birth name | William Thomas Redmond |
| Birth date | 17 September 1954 |
| Birth place | St. Louis, Missouri, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Missouri–St. Louis (BA), University of Missouri (MA), University of New Mexico (PhD) |
| Spouse | Linda Redmond |
Bill Redmond is an American politician and academic who served as a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives. He represented New Mexico's 3rd congressional district from 1997 to 1999, following a special election victory in a historically Democratic district. His tenure in Congress was marked by a focus on fiscal conservatism and constituent service, though he served only a single term. Following his political career, Redmond transitioned into academia and religious non-profit work.
Early life and education
William Thomas Redmond was born on September 17, 1954, in St. Louis, Missouri. He pursued his undergraduate studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree. Redmond then attended the University of Missouri in Columbia, where he received a Master of Arts. He later moved to New Mexico to complete his doctorate in American studies at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque.
Political career
Redmond's political career began with his unexpected victory in the May 1997 special election to fill the seat vacated by Democratic Congressman Bill Richardson, who had resigned to become the United States Ambassador to the United Nations. The 3rd district was considered a Democratic stronghold, and Redmond's win as a Republican was a significant upset. During his brief tenure in the 105th United States Congress, he served on the House Committee on Resources and the House Committee on Small Business. Redmond advocated for balanced budget measures and was a member of the Christian conservative wing of his party. He was defeated for re-election in the 1998 general election by Democrat Tom Udall.
Post-political career
After leaving Congress, Redmond shifted his focus to academia and religious service. He has taught courses in political science and American history at several institutions, including Trinity Southwest University in Albuquerque. He has also been actively involved in Christian ministry work, serving in leadership roles with organizations focused on theological education and community outreach. Redmond has authored articles and contributed to scholarly discussions on the intersection of faith and public policy.
Personal life
Redmond is married to Linda Redmond, and the couple has two children. He is a practicing Evangelical Christian, and his faith has been a guiding principle in both his political and post-political endeavors. The family has resided in New Mexico for decades, where Redmond remains involved in local community and church activities.
Electoral history
* 1997 special election for New Mexico's 3rd congressional district: Bill Redmond (R) – 42%, Eric P. Serna (D) – 40%, other candidates – 18%. * 1998 United States House of Representatives elections in New Mexico|1998 general election for New Mexico's 3rd congressional district: Tom Udall (D) – 53%, Bill Redmond (R) – 44%, other candidates – 3%.
Category:1954 births Category:Living people Category:Members of the United States House of Representatives from New Mexico Category:Republican Party members of the United States House of Representatives Category:University of Missouri–St. Louis alumni Category:University of Missouri alumni Category:University of New Mexico alumni Category:People from St. Louis