Is jesse ventura republican or democrat
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About
JESSE VENTURA was born in Minneapolis and is a 1969 graduate of Roosevelt High School. He served in the Navy for six years – four on active duty, two in the Naval Reserves – and he is a Vietnam veteran. While on active duty, he was a member of Underwater Demolition (SEAL) Team 12. After his discharge, he attended North Hennepin Community College and then began an 11-year career as a professional wrestler. He served as mayor of Brooklyn Park from 1991 to 1995. He has worked as a professional broadcaster for 11 years and an actor for 11 years. He is an active, vested member of the Screen Actors Guild. He is also a member of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. As governor, he spearheaded several important initiatives, most notably the sales tax rebate. In each year of his administration, Minnesotans received a tax-free check in late summer. In November 1999, he led a delegation to Japan, where he secured a lucrative market for pork sold by a cooperative of small Minnesota farmers. In the fall of 2000, the governor took a trade mission to M
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Famous Veteran: Jesse Ventura
Jesse Ventura is a multifaceted celebrity and limelight lover who has written books, served as a governor, acted for cinema and wrestled professionally.
Born James George Janos in 1951 in Minneapolis and known as "Jim" in his early life, he was the son of two World War II veterans. His father -- a city maintenance worker with a strong distrust of President Richard Nixon and pretty much all politicians -- had been a soldier. His mother was an Army nurse who served in North Africa and continued her nursing career as a civilian.
In elementary school, Jim wrote in an essay that he wanted to be a professional wrestler. A tall, lanky youth, he joined the swim team at his public high school. By the time he graduated in 1969, the Vietnam War was underway.
Jesse Ventura Military Service
Ventura enlisted in the U.S. Navy as the Vietnam War was winding down. He joined the Underwater Demolition Team (UDT) after graduating from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) school.
His 100-man unit, called Underwater Demolition Team 12, was based in Subic Bay
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Jesse Ventura
Jesse Ventura | |
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Ventura in 2024 | |
| In office January 4, 1999 – January 6, 2003 | |
| Lieutenant | Mae Schunk |
| Preceded by | Arne Carlson |
| Succeeded by | Tim Pawlenty |
| In office January 11, 1991 – January 13, 1995 | |
| Preceded by | James Krautkremer |
| Succeeded by | Grace Arbogast |
| Born | James George Janos (1951-07-15) July 15, 1951 (age 73) Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Political party | Green (2016–present) |
| Other political affiliations | Reform (1998–2000) Independence Party of Minnesota (2000–2003) Independent (2003–2016) |
| Spouse(s) | Theresa Masters (m. ) |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | North Hennepin Community College |
| Website | Official website |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1969–1975 |
| Rank | Petty officer third class |
| Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
| Awards | National Defense Service Medal Vietnam Service Medal |
Professional wrestling career | |
| Ring name(s) | Jesse Ventura[1] |
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