Len Small
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Len Small
U.S.A.
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Personal Background
Len Small began his career as a teacher before diversifying into real estate, banking, and media ownership, including a local newspaper. He transitioned into public service, holding various state positions, such as Clerk of the Kankakee County Circuit Court and Illinois Treasurer. Small's professional experience includes significant infrastructure investment, overseeing the development of thousands of miles of concrete-paved roads in Illinois. He also demonstrated a notable willingness to grant pardons and paroles, impacting thousands of individuals, including those involved in criminal activities.
Political Ideas
Len Small's political identity is marked by a blend of progressive infrastructure investments and controversial clemency actions. His substantial investment in road infrastructure contrasts sharply with his pardons of political radicals and criminals, suggesting a complex approach to governance. Small's willingness to engage with opposing factions on environmental regulations hints at an ideologically agile strategy, balancing regional industrial interests with broader policy goals.
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Election History
1932 Illinois gubernatorial election
1,364,043 votes (40.71%)
Winner: Henry Horner
Illinois Governor 1932, Republican Primary Results
481,960 votes (36.64%)
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Illinois Governor 1928, Republican Primary Results
611,763 votes (36.78%)
Winner: Louis Lincoln Emmerson
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1924 Illinois gubernatorial election
1,366,446 votes (56.72%)
Illinois Governor 1924, Republican Primary Results
527,872 votes (53.01%)
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1920 Illinois gubernatorial election
1,243,148 votes (58.87%)
Illinois Governor 1920, Republican Primary Results
377,005 votes (46.49%)
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Illinois Governor 1912, Republican Primary Results
88,829 votes (20.20%)
Winner: Charles Deneen
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