James J. McNamara (April 9, 1927 – November 27, 2022) was an American politician. He served as a Democratic member for the Chittenden 7-5 district of the Vermont House of Representatives.
James J. McNamara | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Vermont House of Representatives from the Chittenden 7-5 district | |
| In office 1994–2000 | |
| Preceded by | Barbara L. Grimes |
| Succeeded by | Mark Larson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 9, 1927 Colchester, Vermont, U.S. |
| Died | November 27, 2022 (aged 95) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Holy Cross College Cornell Law School |
Life and career
editMcNamara was born in Colchester, Vermont. He attended Holy Cross College and Cornell Law School.[1]
In 1994, McNamara defeated Steven A. Ciardelli in the general election for the Chittenden 7-5 district of the Vermont House of Representatives, winning 55 percent of the votes.[2] McNamara lost re-election in 2000 due in part to his opposition to the Champlain Flyer rail service.[3]
References
edit- ^ State of Vermont Legislative Directory, The Council, 1965
- ^ "1994 State Representative General Election: Chittenden 7-5 District". VT Elections Database. Retrieved October 29, 2023.
- ^ Archives, L. A. Times (5 December 2000). "Two-Car Vermont Train on Track to Ease Commute". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 29 October 2023.
- ^ "Obituary: James McNamara, 1927-2022". Seven Days. December 2, 2022. Retrieved October 29, 2023.
- ^ "James McNamara". Burlington Free Press. December 3, 2022. Retrieved October 29, 2023.
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