James R. Peterson | |
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| Member of the South Dakota Senate from the 4th district | |
| In office 2005–present | |
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| Born | March 16,1943 Revillo,South Dakota |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Jane |
| Residence | Revillo,South Dakota |
| Alma mater | Augustana College |
| Profession | Educator,farmer |
James R. Peterson is a former Democratic member of the South Dakota Senate. He represented the 4th district from 2015 to 2017,and again from 2005 to 2011. He served as minority whip during the 2015 legislative session. Earlier he was a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives from 2001 to 2004,and again from 2013 and 2015.
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