Jim Bradford
James Arnold Bradford (born October 18, 1933) is a rancher, teacher, politician and Democratic member of the South Dakota Senate, representing the 27th district since 2009. He first was elected to office in the South Dakota House of Representatives. He is an Oglala Sioux.
Jim Bradford | |
|---|---|
| Member of the South Dakota Senate from the 27rd district | |
| In office 2009–2017 | |
| Preceded by | Theresa Two Bulls |
| Succeeded by | Kevin Killer |
| Member of the South Dakota House of Representatives from the 27th district | |
| In office January 9, 2001 – January 13, 2009 | |
| Preceded by | Larry Lucas |
| Succeeded by | Kevin Killer |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 18, 1933 |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Other political affiliations | Republican (2008-2010) Democratic (2000-2008) |
| Residence | Pine Ridge, South Dakota |
| Profession | Rancher Teacher (retired) |
Career
Bradford had a career as a public school teacher before deciding to run for office. He lives on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, where he also has a ranch.
Political career
Bradford was first elected to office as a Democratic member of the state House of Representatives.
In 2008, he switched parties to the Republican Party after having lost the Democratic primary to the incumbent Democratic senator Theresa Two Bulls. No Republican opposed him, and he narrowly won the election over Two Bulls by 277 votes. A year after winning re-election to the state senate, Bradford switched back to the Democratic Party.
External links
- South Dakota Legislature - Jim Bradford official SD House website
- Jim Bradford at South Dakota Legislator Historical Listing
- Project Vote Smart - Representative James 'Jim' Bradford (SD) profile
- Follow the Money - Jim Bradford