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Paul Shepherd (politician)

For the English football player, see Paul Shepherd.

Paul E. Shepherd (born December 21, 1942) is an American politician and businessman from Idaho. Shepherd is a Republican former member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 7 seat B. His son, Charlie, succeeded in District 7 seat B.[1]

Paul E. Shepherd
Member of the Idaho House of Representatives
from the District 7 seat B district
In office
December 1, 2012 – December 1, 2020
Preceded byJohn Rusche
Succeeded byCharlie Shepherd
Member of the Idaho House of Representatives
from the District 8 seat B district
In office
December 1, 2004 – December 1, 2012
Preceded byCharles Cuddy
Succeeded byLenore Hardy Barrett
Personal details
Born (1942-12-21) December 21, 1942 (age 81)
Boise, Idaho
NationalityAmerican
Political partyRepublican
ResidenceRiggins, Idaho
Alma materBoise Junior College
ProfessionManager, Shepherd Sawmill and Log Home

Early life

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On December 21, 1942, Shepherd was born in Boise, Idaho. Shepherd graduated from Boise High School.[2]

Education

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Shepherd attended Boise Junior College (later accredited as Boise State University).

Career

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Shepherd is a former Partner/Manager of Shepherd Sawmill and Log Homes Incorporated.[2]

On November 2, 2004, Shepherd won the election and became a member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 8 seat B. Shepherd defeated Charles D. Cuddy with 50.2% of the votes.[3] On November 7, 2006, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election and continued serving District 8 seat B. Shepherd defeated Charlene Douglas with 61.39% of the votes.[4] On November 4, 2008, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election and continued serving District 8 seat B. Shepherd defeated Jim Rehder with 58.9% of the votes.[5] On November 2, 2010, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election and continued serving District 8 seat B. Shepherd defeated Jerry Lockhart with 70.2% of the votes.[6][2]

On November 6, 2012, Shepherd won the election and became a member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 7 seat B. Shepherd defeated Nancy M. Lerandeau with 67.3% of the votes.[7] On November 4, 2014, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election and continued serving District 7 seat B.[8] On November 8, 2016, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election unopposed and continued serving District 7 seat B.[9] On November 6, 2018, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election unopposed and continued serving District 7 seat B.[10][11][2][12]

Election history

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District 8 House Seat B - Clearwater, Idaho, Lewis, and Valley County
Year Candidate Votes Pct Candidate Votes Pct
2004 Primary[13] Paul Shepherd 5,321 100%
2004 General[3] Paul Shepherd 8,762 50.2% Charles Cuddy (incumbent) 8,698 49.8%
2006 Primary[14] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 4,103 100%
2006 General[15] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 8,603 61.4% Charlene Douglas 5,411 38.6%
2008 Primary[16] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 4,286 100%
2008 General[17] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 10,979 58.9% Jim Rehder 7,649 41.1%
2010 Primary[18] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 5,110 100%
2010 General[19] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 10,016 70.2% Jerry Lockhart 4,259 29.8%
District 7 Seat B - Clearwater, Idaho, and Shoshone Counties and part of Bonner County
Year Candidate Votes Pct Candidate Votes Pct
2012 Primary[20] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 4,942 100%
2012 General[21] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 12,095 67.3% Nancy Lerandeau 5,882 32.7%
2014 Primary[22] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 4,217 100%
2014 General[23] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 9,216 70.0% Kenneth Meyers 3,943 30.0%
2016 Primary[24] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 3,251 73.2% Kris Steneck 1,193 26.8%
2016 General[25] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 2,253 41.3%
2018 Primary Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 3,197 58.7% Phil Hart 3,197 58.7%

Personal life

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Shepherd's wife is Dawn Shepherd. They have nine children. Shepherd and his family live in Riggins, Idaho. Shepherd is a protestant.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Rasor, Shepherd square off in District 7B Primary". The Clearwater Progress.
  2. ^ a b c d e "Paul Shepherd's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  3. ^ a b "November 2, 2004 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 2, 2004. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  4. ^ "November 7, 2006 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 7, 2006. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  5. ^ "November 4, 2008 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 4, 2008. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  6. ^ "November 2, 2010 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 2, 2010. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  7. ^ "November 6, 2012 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 6, 2012. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  8. ^ "November 4, 2014 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 4, 2014. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  9. ^ "November 8, 2016 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 8, 2016. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  10. ^ "November 6, 2018 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 6, 2018. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  11. ^ "Incumbent Shepherd to face Hart for Dist. 7B Rep. post". idahocountyfreepress.com. May 9, 2018. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  12. ^ "House Membership: Paul E. Shepherd". Boise, Idaho: Idaho Legislature. Archived from the original on May 1, 2012. Retrieved July 9, 2012.
  13. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 25, 2004 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  14. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 23, 2006 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on May 1, 2012. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  15. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "November 7, 2006 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  16. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 27, 2008 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on May 1, 2012. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  17. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "November 4, 2008 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on June 16, 2012. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  18. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 25, 2010 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  19. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "November 2, 2010 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  20. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 15, 2012 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on November 7, 2018. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  21. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "November 6, 2012 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on November 7, 2018. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  22. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 20, 2014 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on November 7, 2018. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  23. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "November 4, 2014 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on December 20, 2016. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  24. ^ Denney, Lawerence. "May 17, 2016 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on December 20, 2016. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  25. ^ Denney, Lawerence. "Nov 8, 2016 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on December 21, 2016. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
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