James Peterson
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| James Peterson | |
| South Dakota State Senate District 4 | |
| Former member | |
| Term in office began 2005 | |
| Term in office ended 2011 | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Profession | Legislator |
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Peterson served in the South Dakota State House from 2000 to 2004.
Peterson worked as a science teacher for Parker High School from 1965 to 1966. He has worked as a farmer since 1966.
Peterson earned his BA from Augustana College in 1965.
Committee assignments
Prior to leaving the South Dakota State Senate, Peterson served on the following committees:
- Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, South Dakota Senate
- Education Committee, South Dakota Senate
- Taxation Committee, South Dakota Senate
Elections
2010
Peterson did not run for re-election to the 4th District Seat in 2010.
2008
On Nov. 4, 2008, Peterson won election to the 4th District Seat in the South Dakota State Senate. [2]
Peterson raised $4,680 for his campaign. [3]
| South Dakota State Senate, District 4 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
 James Peterson (D)
|
7,118 | 100% | ||
Campaign donors
2008
Novstrup raised $4,680 during the 2008 election cycle.
His top contributors are listed below.[4]
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| South Dakota Corn Growers Association | $1,000 |
| South Dakota Health Care Association | $500 |
| Jim Peterson | $430 |
Personal
Peterson and his wife Jane have four children.
External links
References
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Robert Weber |
South Dakota House District 4 2001–2004 |
Succeeded by Steve Street |
| Preceded by Larry Diedrich |
South Dakota Senate District 4 2005–present |
Succeeded by Tim Begalka (R) |
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