Jim Gardner
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Jim Gardner
U.S.A.
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Personal Background
Jim Gardner, born in North Carolina, completed his education at North Carolina State University and served in the United States Army. He began his career by opening a Hardee's franchise, later transitioning into sports management by purchasing and relocating the Houston Mavericks to North Carolina. Gardner then served as interim commissioner of the American Basketball Association.
Political Ideas
Jim Gardner's political identity is marked by an intriguing blend of entrepreneurial acumen and ideological shifts, transitioning from Democrat to Republican and navigating complex business and sports ventures. His legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Gardner's rhetoric often emphasizes local economic benefits, suggesting a localized rather than nationally-driven policy perspective.
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Election History
1992 NC governor election results
1,121,955 votes (43.23%)
Winner: Jim Hunt
1992 NC Governor Republican primary election results
215,528 votes (81.96%)
Election History
Republican primary runoff results
68,134 votes (49.36%)
Winner: James Holshouser
North Carolina Governor 1972, Republican Primary Results
84,906 votes (49.77%)
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1968 North Carolina gubernatorial election
737,075 votes (47.30%)
Winner: Robert W. Scott
North Carolina Governor 1968, Republican Primary Results
113,584 votes (72.78%)
Election History
North Carolina House of Representatives 4th District
56.50% of vote
Election History
North Carolina House of Representatives 4th District
48.20% of vote
Winner: Harold Cooley
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