Santa Claus (politician)
Santa Claus | |
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Claus in 2024 | |
| Mayor pro tem of North Pole | |
| Assumed office Early 2022 | |
| Member of the North Pole City Council | |
| In office October 2019 – October 2022 | |
| In office October 2015 – October 2018 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Thomas Patrick O'Connor 1947 (age 78–79) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Party | Independent |
| Education | New York University (BA, MA) |
| Website | Official website |
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Santa Claus (born Thomas Patrick O'Connor, 1947) is an American politician, monk, and child welfare activist. Claus gained recognition as a member of the North Pole, Alaska City Council, and was a candidate for the 2022 Alaska's at-large congressional district special election. He changed his name to match the legendary character in 2005, to help bring awareness to his advocacy for children's health and welfare, a time during which he engaged in a nation-wide tour to champion that cause. Claus has expanded his advocacy as a congressional candidate into the broader sphere of democratic socialism, including support for Medicare for All, coronavirus relief, a wealth tax, and student loan cancellation.