John Hall
Former U.S. Representative (January 2007 - January 2011)
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The former guitarist for the band Orleans who is loyal to the Democratic line, Hall changed his image from a bare-chested rock star to a suit-clad representative of New York's Hudson Valley. Known for protests against nuclear power activism as well as hits like "Dance with Me" and "Still the One," Hall won his seat in the 2006 Democratic sweep of the House, defeating six-term incumbent Sue Kelly (R) in the GOP-leaning 19th district.
But the 2010 midterms brought a dismal climate for House Democrats, Hall lost his seat to retired ophthalmologist Nan Hayworth (R).
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