Jim Blanchard

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James J. Blanchard

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State Governor
Date of Birth August 8, 1942 (Age: 83)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

James Blanchard holds a robust educational background, having earned a Bachelor of Arts and an MBA from Michigan State University, followed by a Juris Doctor from the University of Minnesota Law School. He began his career as an attorney in Lansing, where he served as a legal advisor to the Michigan Secretary of State. Blanchard then transitioned to public service, holding various roles within the Michigan Attorney General's office. He later joined a prominent law firm, gaining significant experience in legal practice.

Campaigns
2002: Michigan State Governor

Election History

Michigan Governor 2002, Democrat Primary

254,586 votes (24.32%)

Loss

Winner: Jennifer Granholm

1990: Michigan State Governor

Election History

Michigan gubernatorial election, 1990

1,258,539 votes (49.07%)

Loss

Winner: John Engler

1986: Michigan State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

Michigan gubernatorial election, 1986

1,632,138 votes (68.10%)

Win
1982: Michigan State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1982 Michigan gubernatorial election

1,561,291 votes (51.36%)

Win

1982 Michigan gubernatorial Democratic primary election

406,941 votes (50.23%)

Win
1980: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Michigan House of Representatives 18th District

65.30% of vote

Win
1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Michigan House of Representatives 18th District

74.50% of vote

Win
1976: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Michigan House of Representatives 18th District

66.10% of vote

Win
1974: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Michigan House of Representatives 18th District

59.00% of vote

Win