Jim Folsom

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Jim Folsom

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State Governor
Date of Birth October 9, 1908
Date of Death Nov. 21, 1987 (Age: 79)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Jim Folsom's foundational background is rooted in a diverse array of experiences. He pursued higher education at the University of Alabama, Samford University, and George Washington University. His professional journey began as an insurance salesman, followed by military service during World War II. Folsom transitioned to public service, leveraging his experience to advocate for civil rights and social welfare reforms. His leadership roles and policy initiatives reflect a commitment to economic equity, racial integration, and improved social services.

Political Ideas

Jim Folsom's political identity is marked by a blend of progressive social policies and populist economic measures, creating a unique ideological tension. He championed civil rights and social welfare reforms while simultaneously advocating for corporate tax reforms and cleaning out corporate interests from the Capitol. His legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Folsom's rhetorical style and policy combinations provoke curiosity about how he reconciles these seemingly disparate stances.

Campaigns
1982: Alabama State Governor

Election History

Alabama Governor 1982, Democrat Primary

17,333 votes (1.73%)

Loss

Winner: George McMillan, George Wallace

1978: Alabama State Governor

Election History

Alabama Governor 1978, Democrat Primary

4,632 votes (0.52%)

Loss

Winner: Fob James, Bill Baxley

1974: Alabama State Governor

Election History

Alabama Governor 1974, Democrat Primary

24,821 votes (3.00%)

Loss

Winner: George Wallace

1970: Alabama State Governor

Election History

Alabama Governor 1970, Democrat Primary

4,123 votes (0.40%)

Loss

Winner: Albert Brewer

1966: Alabama State Governor

Election History

Alabama Governor 1966, Democrat Primary

24,145 votes (2.72%)

Loss

Winner: Lurleen Wallace

1962: Alabama State Governor

Election History

Alabama Governor 1962, Democrat Primary

159,640 votes (25.05%)

Loss

Winner: George Wallace, Ryan DeGraffenried Sr.

1954: Alabama State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1954 Alabama gubernatorial election

244,401 votes (73.37%)

Win
1946: Alabama State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1946 Alabama gubernatorial election

174,962 votes (88.67%)

Win