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C. L. Otter
C.L. "Butch" Otter, (born May 3, 1942) is an American Republican politician from Idaho. He has been a member of the United States House of Representatives since being first elected in 2000. Otter has been reelected twice, in 2002 and 2004, and represents Idaho's 1st District.
Born in Caldwell, Idaho in 1942, Otter earned his B.A. in political science from the College of Idaho (now known as Albertson College of Idaho)in 1967 and served in the Idaho Army National Guard (1968-1973). Otter served in 116th Armored Cavalry and received specialized training at Fort Knox, Kentucky.
Otter's business experience includes spending 30 years with the J.R. Simplot Company, a livestock and feeding operation. Otter's public service includes serving as Lieutenant Governor of Idaho and a member of the Idaho State House of Representatives. He has also held senior positions within the Republican Party.
External link
- Official House website
- [http://www.otter4idaho.com/ Campaign site
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