Jim Barone

James L. Barone (May 20, 1941) is a former Democratic member of the Kansas Senate, representing the 13th District.

Jim Barone
Member of the Kansas Senate
from the 13th district
In office
January 13, 1997  January 1, 2009
Preceded byPhillip W. Martin
Succeeded byBob Marshall
Personal details
Born (1941-05-20) May 20, 1941
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Donita
Children3
Residence(s)Frontenac
Alma materPittsburg State University

Barone was one of two Democratic Senators to get campaign contributions from the Koch brothers. He was accused of sexual harassment of young interns and multiple abuses of power, removed from positions of leadership by his minority caucus, and defeated in the 2008 primary.[1]

References

  1. Kendall, Justin (March 29, 2007). "Capitol Bully". The Pitch. Archived from the original on September 9, 2012. Retrieved November 13, 2011.
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