Jackie Thomas Stump (January 13, 1948 – June 2, 2016) was an American coal miner, union leader, and politician who served in the Virginia House of Delegates. He resigned after being diagnosed with colon cancer in 2005, shortly after winning a ninth term. He was first elected as a write-in candidate, supported by United Mine Workers during the Pittston Coal strike.[1][2]
Jackie Stump | |
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| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from the 3rd district | |
| In office January 8, 1992 – December 16, 2005 | |
| Preceded by | Bud Phillips |
| Succeeded by | Dan Bowling |
| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from the 4th district | |
| In office January 10, 1990 – January 8, 1992 | |
| Preceded by | Don McGlothlin |
| Succeeded by | Joe Johnson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Jackie Thomas Stump January 13, 1948 Lebanon, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | June 2, 2016 (aged 68) Abingdon, Virginia, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Other political affiliations | Independent (1989–1990) |
| Spouse | Linda Harrison |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service | United States Air Force |
| Years of service | 1967–1971 |
| Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
References
edit- ^ Priest, Dana (November 20, 1989). "Va. Coal Miner Strikes Gold in Politics". The Washington Post. Retrieved November 17, 2019.
- ^ Cain, Andrew (June 2, 2016). "Ex-Delegate Jackie Stump dies; UMW leader won write-in for House". Richmond Times-Dispatch. Retrieved November 17, 2019.
External links
edit- Jackie Stump at The Virginia Elections and State Elected Officials Database Project, 1776-2007
- Jackie Stump at Find a Grave
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