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<p>Beto O'Rourke is a prominent American <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beto_O'Rourke">politician</a> best known for his service as a U.S. Representative from Texas and for his high-profile campaigns for Senate and the presidency.</p>

<h2>Background and Early Life</h2>

<p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beto_O'Rourke">Robert Francis "Beto" O'Rourke</a> was born on September 26, 1972, in El Paso, Texas, to Pat and Melissa O'Rourke. His father was involved in politics, serving as a county commissioner and judge before switching parties and running, unsuccessfully, for Congress as a Republican. His mother owned a successful furniture business in El Paso. Of Irish descent, O'Rourke was nicknamed "Beto," a common Spanish shorthand for "Roberto," reflecting the bicultural influences of his hometown on the U.S.-Mexico border.</p>

<h2>Political Career</h2>

<p>O'Rourke entered public service in 2005 as a member of the El Paso City Council, serving until 2011. During his tenure, he supported a downtown revitalization plan that involved replacing dilapidated buildings with commercial and cultural developments. This stance proved controversial, as critics argued it disproportionately favored business interests, including those of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beto_O'Rourke">O'Rourke’s</a> father-in-law, over low-income residents and small businesses in the area.</p>

<p>In 2012, O'Rourke won the Democratic primary for Texas's 16th congressional district by defeating eight-term <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silvestre_Reyes">incumbent</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silvestre_Reyes">Silvestre Reyes</a>, who had received endorsements from both <a href="/biography/barack-obama">President</a> <a href="/biography/barack-obama">Barack Obama</a> and former President Bill Clinton. O'Rourke went on to win the general election and served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2013 to 2019. During his tenure, he was known for advocating immigration reform, veterans’ issues, and civil liberties.</p>

<h2>Senate Bid and National Recognition</h2>

<p>O'Rourke rose to national prominence during his 2018 campaign to unseat Texas <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ted_Cruz">Senator</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ted_Cruz">Ted Cruz</a>. He conducted a widely publicized grassroots campaign, traveling to all 254 counties in Texas and livestreaming much of his journey. His campaign, characterized by its rejection of PAC money and support from small donors, drew comparisons to that of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bernie_Sanders">Bernie Sanders</a>’ 2016 presidential run. Although he narrowly lost to <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ted_Cruz">Cruz</a>, his performance in a deeply red state garnered significant national attention and positioned him as a rising figure in Democratic politics.</p>

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<h2>2020 Presidential Campaign and Public Statements</h2>

<p>In 2019, O'Rourke launched a campaign for the Democratic nomination in the 2020 presidential race. Although his campaign began with considerable media attention and fundraising success, it failed to gain sustained momentum, and he withdrew from the race later that year.</p>

<p>During this period, O'Rourke became increasingly vocal about social justice and racial equality issues. In an August 2019 interview on MSNBC, he called <a href="/biography/donald-trump">President</a> <a href="/biography/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a> a racist and accused him of promoting white supremacist rhetoric. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beto_O'Rourke">O’Rourke</a> cited several controversial statements made by the president as evidence of what he described as dehumanizing views toward immigrants and people of color.</p>

<h2>Family and Personal Life</h2>

<p>O'Rourke has been married to Amy Hoover Sanders since 2005. She is the daughter of real estate investor William "Bill" Sanders. Together, they have three children: Ulysses, Molly, and Henry. The family resides in El Paso, Texas.</p>

<h2>Net Worth and Legacy</h2>

<p>While exact figures vary, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beto_O'Rourke">O’Rourke’s</a> net worth has been estimated in the mid-to-high six figures, largely attributed to business ventures and his family's financial background. His political campaigns and grassroots appeal have established him as a significant influence within the Democratic Party. Despite setbacks in statewide and national races, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beto_O'Rourke">O’Rourke</a> remains an active voice on key issues, including voting rights, immigrant advocacy, and public service reform.</p>

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