VERMONT 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. Jim Douglas (R) vs. Scudder Parker (D)   • Previous Election Results For This Seat   • State Profile, Demographics & Political History

Jim Douglas (R) defeated Scudder Parker (D), 56% to 41%.

Gov. Jim Douglas (R)

First elected in 2002; Seeking third full term; Douglas was unopposed in the primary. Campaign Contact: 802-223-3412 Web Site: www.jimdouglas.com

About The Candidate

• Born: June 21, 1951; Springfield, Mass.
• Family: Married (Dorothy); two children
• Education: Middlebury College, B.A., 1972
• Professional Career: None
• Military Career: None
• Previous Elective Office: State treasurer, 1994-2002; secretary of state, 1980-92; state House, 1972-79 (majority leader, 1977-79)

Scudder Parker (D)

Parker, former chairman of the state Democratic Party, was unopposed in the primary. Campaign Contact: 802-864-2006 Web Site: www.scudderparker.com Democratic Governors Association Profile

About The Candidate

• Born: Aug. 16, 1943; Newport, N.H.
• Family: Married (Susan Sussman); two children
• Education: Union Theological Seminary, M.Div., 1968; Williams College, B.A., 1965
• Professional Career: Energy consultant, 2003-04; Director, state Department of Public Service Energy Efficiency Division, 1990-2003; Director, Woodbury College Community Planning Program, 1988-90; ordained minister, 1969-90
• Military Career: None
• Previous Elective Office: State Senate, 1981-88

Previous Election Results

2004 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Jim Douglas (R)	181,540	59%
	Peter Clavelle (D)	117,327	38%
	Other	10,418	3%
2004 primary	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Jim Douglas (R)	unopposed
2002 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Jim Douglas (R)	103,436	45%
	Doug Racine (D)	97,565	42%
	Cornelius Hogan (I)	22,353	10%
	Other	6,807	3%