Jim Gordon was a 2016 candidate for District 25 of the Nebraska State Senate.
Gordon earned his bachelor's degree and J.D. from the University of Nebraska in 1972 and 1974, respectively. His professional experience includes working as a partner with the Lincoln law firm of Demars, Gordon, Olson, Zalewski & Wynner. He served in the United States Army.
Elections for the Nebraska State Senate were held in 2016. The primary election took place on May 10, 2016. The general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was February 16, 2016, for incumbents. Challengers were required to file by March 1, 2016. Incumbent Kathy Campbell did not seek re-election because of term-limits.
Suzanne Geist defeated Jim Gordon in the Nebraska State Senate District 25 general election.Nebraska State Senate, District 25 General Election, 2016
Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
---|---|---|
Suzanne Geist | 55.70% | 12,899 |
Jim Gordon | 44.30% | 10,258 |
Total Votes | 23,157 | |
Source: Nebraska Secretary of State |
Nebraska State Senate, District 25 Primary, 2016
Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
---|---|---|
Suzanne Geist | 36.12% | 4,004 |
Jim Gordon | 32.41% | 3,592 |
Leslie Spry | 15.30% | 1,696 |
Dale Michels | 13.00% | 1,441 |
David Tagart | 3.17% | 351 |
Total Votes | 11,084 |