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10 things to know about Mike Pence's policies and beliefs - and how he acted on them over the years.

Madeleine Sheehan PerkinsJun 8, 2017, 07:33 IST

Vice President Mike Pence, left, shakes hands with Prime Minister of Montenegro Dusko Markovic, center, following their meeting at the White House in Washington, Monday, June 5, 2017.AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais

Vice President Mike Pence has sought to establish himself as a steady hand in the White House, even as President Donald Trump's administration remained embroiled in successive crises since the inauguration in January.

Largely opting for low-key public appearances and meetings both domestically and abroad, Pence has limited his public remarks to closely choreographed statements, as opposed to the bombastic style of the commander-in-chief.

Despite this, Pence's public activities have not gone without some scrutiny. His positions on a number of issues have also prompted the ire of critics.

Here are ten things you should know about Pence's policies and beliefs - and how he acted on them over the years.