WYOMING 2006 Governor Race The following information is taken from the 2006 Almanac of American Politics. The 2006 Almanac can be ordered online, or by phone at 1-800-356-4838. Dave Freudenthal (D) vs. Ray Hunkins (R)   • Previous Election Results For This Seat   • State Profile, Demographics & Political History

Dave Freudenthal (D) defeated Ray Hunkins (R), 70% to 30%.

Gov. Dave Freudenthal (D)

First elected in 2002; Seeking second full term; Freudenthal was nominated with 89% in a two-way primary. Campaign Contact: 307-772-0606 Web Site: www.govdave.com Democratic Governors Association Profile

About The Candidate

• Born: Oct. 12, 1950; Thermopolis, Wis.
• Family: Married (Nancy); four children
• Education: University of Wyoming, J.D., 1980; Amherst College, B.A., 1973
• Professional Career: U.S. attorney for Wyoming, 1994-2001; practicing attorney, 1980-94
• Military Career: None
• Previous Elective Office: None

Ray Hunkins (R)

Hunkins, an attorney, was nominated with 75% in a two-way primary. Campaign Contact: 307-265-6313 Web Site: www.hunkinsforgovernor.com

About The Candidate

• Born: March 19, 1939; Culver City, Calif.
• Family: Married (Debby); three children
• Education: University of Wyoming, J.D., 1968
• Professional Career: Attorney; Special Assistant Attorney General; instructor, Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy; law enforcement officer
• Military Career: Marine Corps
• Previous Elective Office: None

Previous Election Results

2002 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Dave Freudenthal (D)	92,662	50%
	Eli Bebout (R)	88,873	48%
	Other	3,924	2%
2002 primary	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Dave Freudenthal (D)	19,732	54%
	Paul Hickey (D)	13,793	37%
	Toby Simpson (D)	1,918	5%
	Kenneth Casner (D)	1,356	4%
1998 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Jim Geringer (R)	97,235	56%
	John P. Vinich (D)	70,754	40%
	Other	6,899	4%