About John R. Smith
Born 1945. John R. Smith is an American politician and business.
Background
Smith received both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees from the Roman Catholic Loyola University in New Orleans.
Smith and his wife, the former Pamela Arnondin, have a son and a daughter, Bradford Smith and Payton Smith John,
2011 election
In his bid for a second term in the general election held on November 19, 2011, Smith defeated his predecessor in the office, James David Cain. Smith received 8,457 votes (59.4 percent) to Cain's 5,772 (40.6 percent).
Smith carried the backing of Governor Bobby Jindal. In the primary held on October 22, 2011, he led a three-candidate field with 9,808 votes (45.6 percent). Cain trailed with 6,343 (29.5 percent). Democrat Terry Fowler held the remaining but critical 5,370 votes (25 percent).
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Frequently asked questions
Who is John R. Smith?
American politician in Louisiana (born 1945)
When was John R. Smith born?
John R. Smith was born on 29 December 1945.
What is John R. Smith's occupation?
John R. Smith is a politician and business.
What nationality is John R. Smith?
John R. Smith is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John R. Smith (politician, born 1945)
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