Jim Strickland (politician)
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James Steven Strickland Jr. (born October 22, 1963) is an American attorney and politician who served as the 64th mayor of Memphis, Tennessee between 2016 and 2024. A Democrat,[1] he previously served as a member of the Memphis City Council. Strickland is also an adjunct professor at the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law.
For the baseball player, see Jim Strickland (baseball).
Quick Facts 64th Mayor of Memphis, Preceded by ...
Jim Strickland | |
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64th Mayor of Memphis | |
In office January 1, 2016 ā January 1, 2024 | |
Preceded by | A C Wharton |
Succeeded by | Paul Young |
Member of the Memphis City Council from the 5th district | |
In office January 2008 ā January 2016 | |
Preceded by | Carol Chumney |
Succeeded by | Worth Morgan |
Personal details | |
Born | James Steven Strickland Jr. (1963-10-22) October 22, 1963 (age 60) Mishawaka, Indiana, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Melyne Strickland |
Children | 2 |
Education | University of Memphis (BA, JD) |
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