Harold James Politician

Harold James (born August 7, 1942) was a Democratic politician, and member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. James represented the 186th District from April 2012 through January 2013 after winning a special election to replace Kenyatta Johnson, who was elected to Philadelphia City Council. He also previously represented the district from 1989 until 2008, when he was defeated in the primary election by Kenyatta Johnson.During his first tenure in the House, James was the first Chairman of the Gaming Oversight Committee, which was formed at the start of the 2007 legislation session began. He returned to the House after winning a special election triggered by Johnson's election to the Philadelphia City Council, and subsequent resignation from the House.Before his original election to the House of Representatives, James served as a police officer. James chose not to run for reelection to a full term in 2012.

Personal facts

Birth dateAugust 07, 1942
Birth place
Philadelphia
Residence
Philadelphia
Education
Temple University

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Office holder

party
Democratic Party (United States)
region
Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 186
successor
Jordan A. Harris

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