Jefferson Marion Long Jr.
Jefferson Marion Long Jr. (March 5, 1927 – April 25, 2003), also known as J. M. Long Jr., was an American politician. He served as a Democratic member of the South Carolina Senate.
Jefferson Marion Long Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Member of the South Carolina Senate | |
| In office 1985–1990 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 5, 1927 Loris, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | April 25, 2003 (aged 76) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | University of South Carolina |
Life and career
Long was born in Loris, South Carolina. He attended the University of South Carolina.[1]
Long served in the South Carolina Senate from 1985[1] to 1990. He lost his seat as a result of Operation Lost Trust, after pleading guilty to accepting a $42,000 bribe.
Long died[2] on April 25, 2003, at the age of 76.
References
- Legislative Manual - General Assembly of South Carolina, General Assembly of South Carolina, 1990
- "Ex-state senator involved in Operation Lost Trust dies". Spartanburg Herald-Journal. April 28, 2003. Retrieved May 4, 2024.
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