Larry Koon (politician)
Larry Labruce Koon (born February 18, 1944) was an American politician in the state of South Carolina. He served in the South Carolina House of Representatives as a member of the Republican Party from 1975 to 2004, representing Lexington County, South Carolina.[2][3] He was defeated in a runoff 55%–45%, and subsequently succeeded in the South Carolina House of Representatives by future United States Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley.[4] At the time of his defeat, he was the longest serving member of the house.
Larry Koon | |
|---|---|
| Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 87th district | |
| In office 1975–2004 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 18, 1944 Leesville, South Carolina |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Katheryn Mack |
| Children | four |
| Residence | Lexington, South Carolina |
| Alma mater | University of South Carolina[1] |
| Occupation | Insurance Management |
References
- "South Carolina Legislature Online - Member Biography". www.scstatehouse.gov.
- Assembly, South Carolina General (11 April 1986). "Legislative Manual - General Assembly of South Carolina". General Assembly of South Carolina. – via Google Books.
- "South Carolina Legislature Online - Member Biography". www.scstatehouse.gov.
- "Our Campaigns - SC State House 087 - R Runoff Race - Jun 22, 2004". www.ourcampaigns.com.
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