Jim Folsom Jr.
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James Elisha 'Jim' Folsom Jr. (born May 14, 1949) is an American politician who was the 50th governor of Alabama from April 22, 1993, to January 16, 1995. He has also served as the lieutenant governor of Alabama on two occasions. He is a member of the Democratic Party.
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Quick Facts 50th Governor of Alabama, Lieutenant ...
Jim Folsom Jr. | |
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50th Governor of Alabama | |
In office April 22, 1993 – January 16, 1995 | |
Lieutenant | Vacant |
Preceded by | Guy Hunt |
Succeeded by | Fob James |
25th and 29th Lieutenant Governor of Alabama | |
In office January 15, 2007 – January 17, 2011 | |
Governor | Bob Riley |
Preceded by | Lucy Baxley |
Succeeded by | Kay Ivey |
In office January 19, 1987 – April 22, 1993 | |
Governor | Guy Hunt |
Preceded by | Bill Baxley |
Succeeded by | Don Siegelman |
Personal details | |
Born | James Elisha Folsom Jr. (1949-05-14) May 14, 1949 (age 75) Montgomery, Alabama, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Marsha Guthrie |
Alma mater | Jacksonville State University |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States Alabama |
Branch/service | Alabama National Guard |
Years of service | 1968–1970 |
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