UTAH 2006 Senate Race The following information is taken from the 2006 Almanac of American Politics. The 2006 Almanac can be ordered online, or by phone at 1-800-356-4838. Orrin Hatch (R) vs. Pete Ashdown (D)   • Previous Election Results For This Seat   • State Profile, Demographics & Political History

Orrin Hatch (R) defeated Pete Ashdown (D), 62% to 31%.

Sen. Orrin Hatch (R)

First elected in 1976; Seeking sixth full term; Hatch was unopposed in the primary. Campaign Contact: 801-328-2200 Web Site: www.orrin2006.com National Republican Senatorial Committee Profile

About The Candidate

• Born: March 22, 1934; Pittsburgh, Pa.
• Family: Married (Elaine); six children
• Education: University of Pittsburgh, J.D., 1962; Brigham Young University, B.S., 1959
• Professional Career: Practicing attorney, 1962-76
• Military Career: None
• Previous Elective Office: None

Pete Ashdown (D)

Ashdown, an Internet executive, was unopposed in the primary. Campaign Contact: 801-983-7383 Web Site: vote.peteashdown.org

About The Candidate

• Born: Jan. 11, 1967; Bountiful, Utah
• Family: Married (Robin); two children, one stepchild
• Education: Attended the University of Utah; Salt Lake Community College, A.S., 1988
• Professional Career: Founder/president, XMission Internet service provider, 1993-present; computer operator/administrative assistant, Evans & Sutherland, 1990-94
• Military Career: None
• Previous Elective Office: None

Previous Election Results

2000 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Orrin Hatch (R)	504,803	66%	$3,130,550
	Scott N. Howell (D)	242,569	31%	$296,839
	Other	22,332	3%
2000 primary	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Orrin Hatch (R)	unopposed
1994 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Orrin Hatch (R)	357,297	69%	$4,209,993
	Pat Shea (D)	146,938	28%	$311,491
	Other	15,088	3%