Jimmy Farris
A candidate for U.S. Representative (Dem), Idaho Congressional District 1 in the 2012 Idaho Primary
Party: Democrat
City: Meridian, Idaho
Occupation: Retired NFL football player, former sports broadcaster
Contact information
- Web: jimmyfarris.us
Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Farris (D) | 5,355 | 53.15% |
| Cynthia Clinkingbeard (D) | 4,721 | 46.85% |
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