Jim Marter

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James Thomas Marter

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth January 2, 1963 (Age: 63)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Jim Marter graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management and a minor in Computer Science. He began his career in the chemical industry before transitioning to software, where he spent over a decade. Marter then founded a software consulting company, leveraging his technical expertise and business acumen. Throughout his career, he has been actively involved in community service, coaching swim teams, basketball leagues, and serving in various leadership roles within scouting organizations.

Political Ideas

Jim Marter's political identity is marked by a staunch commitment to constitutional rights and a robust defense of free market principles. His advocacy for lower taxes and reduced federal government intervention in education and healthcare reveals a consistent drive to limit government scope. Marter's unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations highlights a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. His firm stance on Second Amendment rights, coupled with a focus on election integrity and national security, underscores a deeply rooted belief in the protection of American values and exceptionalism.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

Illinois House of Representatives 14th District

Active

Competing Candidates: Lauren Underwood (Incumbent) , Jed Davis , Roman Valenciano

Illinois House of Representatives 14th District Republican Primary

22,951 votes (75.10%)

Win
2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Illinois 14th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

149,464 votes (44.90%)

Loss

Winner: Lauren Underwood

2016: U.S.A. Senate

Election History

Illinois Republican primary election

388,571 votes (29.40%)

Loss

Winner: Mark Kirk