James Roosevelt

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James Roosevelt

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth December 23, 1907
Date of Death Aug. 13, 1991 (Age: 83)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

James Roosevelt holds a diverse background marked by significant educational and professional achievements. Graduating from Groton School and Harvard, he began his career in sales before founding an insurance agency. His leadership roles expanded to include the presidency of the National Grain Yeast Corporation. Roosevelt's career included a stint in Hollywood, where he worked as an administrative assistant and set up his own production company. He served in the Marine Corps Reserve, participating in secret diplomatic missions during World War II. Post-war, he held executive positions in various companies, including Roosevelt and Sargent. His multifaceted career demonstrates a blend of business acumen, leadership, and diplomatic experience.

Political Ideas

James Roosevelt's political identity is marked by a blend of business acumen and wartime diplomacy, creating a unique ideological positioning that oscillates between entrepreneurial ventures and international relations. His involvement in controversial business dealings, such as the National Grain Yeast Corporation, juxtaposed with his diplomatic missions during World War II, reveals a calculated approach to leveraging personal connections for broader strategic gains. Roosevelt's rhetorical style likely emphasizes the interconnectedness of economic and geopolitical strategies, compelling listeners to consider the broader implications of seemingly disparate policy stances.

Campaigns
1964: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 26th congressional district election, 1964

136,025 votes (70.39%)

Win
1962: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 26th congressional district election, 1962

112,162 votes (68.29%)

Win
1960: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 26th congressional district election, 1960

150,318 votes (73.40%)

Win
1958: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 26th congressional district election, 1958

125,495 votes (72.20%)

Win
1956: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 26th congressional district election, 1956

133,036 votes (68.80%)

Win
1954: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 26th congressional district election, 1954

60.10% of vote

Win
1950: California State Governor Progressive
ELECTED

Election History

Independent–Progressive primary results

3,156 votes (100.00%)

Win
1950: California State Governor

Election History

1950 gubernatorial election, California

1,333,856 votes (35.14%)

Loss

California Governor 1950, Democrat Primary

969,433 votes (55.56%)

Win
1946: California State Governor

Election History

1946 gubernatorial election, California

3,210 votes (0.13%)

Loss