George King (Texas)

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George King

Democratic Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

High school

Fairfield High School

Bachelor's

Stephen F. Austin State University, 1982

Graduate

University of North Texas, 1996

Personal

Birthplace

Fort Worth, Texas

Religion

Christian

Profession

Educator

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George King (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Texas State Board of Education to represent District 12. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

King completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

George King was born in Fort Worth, Texas. He graduated from Fairfield High School. He earned a bachelor's degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in 1982 and a graduate degree from the University of North Texas in 1996. His career experience includes working as an educator.

Elections

2024

See also: Texas State Board of Education election, 2024

General election

General election for Texas State Board of Education District 12

Incumbent Pam Little defeated George King in the general election for Texas State Board of Education District 12 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Pam Little (R)	63.3	565,011
		George King (D)	36.7	327,645

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 892,656
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Republican primary runoff election

Republican primary runoff for Texas State Board of Education District 12

Incumbent Pam Little defeated Jamie Kohlmann in the Republican primary runoff for Texas State Board of Education District 12 on May 28, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Pam Little	50.8	31,968
		Jamie Kohlmann	49.2	30,948

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 62,916
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Texas State Board of Education District 12

George King advanced from the Democratic primary for Texas State Board of Education District 12 on March 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		George King	100.0	50,744

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 50,744
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Texas State Board of Education District 12

Incumbent Pam Little and Jamie Kohlmann advanced to a runoff. They defeated Chad Green and Matt Rostami in the Republican primary for Texas State Board of Education District 12 on March 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Pam Little	36.4	63,633
✔		Jamie Kohlmann	27.0	47,288
		Chad Green	20.3	35,446
		Matt Rostami	16.3	28,542

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 174,909
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Endorsements

King received the following endorsements.

• Texas AFL-CIO

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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George King completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by King's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Having served as a public-school educator for 40 years as both a classroom teacher and campus principal, I seek to continue service and leadership in Texas education. I graduated with an undergraduate degree in history, government and education from Stephen F. Austin State University and completed my master's degree in educational administration from the University of North Texas.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Provide a safe and inclusive environment for all students including a state curriculum that marginalizes none.
• Preserve local control of public education and ensure a free and efficient public education system.
• Listen and represent the needs and values of our constituents.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

1. Fundamental to the safety/security of our students is an inclusive and accessible curriculum that represents all students.

2. The mission of public education must be centered on raising student performance and broadening the path of college, career and military readiness.

3. I believe in the philosophy and ideal of representative democracy. Service must be centered on representing the voice of the people.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

The State Board of Education leads the development and implementation of curriculum for Texas public schools. The board has the constitutional mandate to ensure a free and efficient education for all.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Abraham Lincoln- humble, story-teller, strong connection with the people he served, champion for the abolition of slavery

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Elected officials must believe in the ideal and philosophy of representative democracy. Service to our constituents is paramount to preserving our system of government.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Belief in service and transformational leadership

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

-We must listen and understand the needs and values of constituents
-The safety and security of the people is the most important role of elected officials.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Improved the quality, accessibility and inclusiveness of public education for all students.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Civil Rights Movement- 9 years old

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

classroom teacher- 13 years

What responsibilities of this office do you personally consider the most important?

The state curriculum must be inclusive and accessible for all I believe in the need for diversity on the State Board of Education including and does not marginalize any group of students.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

I believe that the membership of the State Board of Education must be diverse including leadership from members whose careers were dedicated to public school service.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

The challenges facing school-age children today are profound and rapidly changing. The State Board of Education must be represented by members whose careers span the depth and breadth of these challenges.

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Campaign website

King’s campaign website stated the following:

“	Curriculum Standards Schools must be safe, inclusive environments for ALL students. Fundamental to this is a curriculum that embraces all, creates equity and access for all, and marginalizes no one. Constitutional Mandate Article 7 of the Texas Constitution declares that our state government has the responsibility to “establish and maintain an efficient system of free public schools.” I want to lead in the effort to secure this constitutional premise. Local Control Local control of public education has long been a hallmark of Texas communities. We must preserve this tradition in the face of challenges to our local school districts. Board Priorities Our nation was built on a system of representative democracy. The State Board of Education must listen and represent the needs and values of our constituents including the eight million school age children in our state. Our Mission Preparing students for success in life is the mission of our schools. In this increasingly complex world, schools must continue to evolve in pursuit of this important mission.	”
—George King’s campaign website (2024)

Campaign finance summary

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George King campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Texas State Board of Education District 12	Lost general	$56,137	$54,794
Grand total			$56,137	$54,794
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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