James Espaldon
Jim Espaldon | |
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Minority Leader of the Guam Legislature | |
In office January 2, 2017 – January 7, 2019 | |
Preceded by | Anthony Ada |
Succeeded by | William Castro |
Member of the Guam Legislature | |
In office January 5, 2015 – January 7, 2019 | |
In office January 3, 2007 – January 3, 2011 | |
Personal details | |
Born | James Virata Espaldon June 21, 1956 Philippines |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Gilda Respicio Eay |
Children | 3, including 1 adopted |
Education | Menlo College (BA) Ohio Northern University (JD) |
James Virata Espaldon (born June 21, 1956), also known as Jim Espaldon, is an American
Early life
Espaldon was born on June 21, 1956
Espaldon graduated from
Early career
Espaldon has held jobs in the
He obtained a
Career
Espaldon worked as a law clerk for the Supreme Court of Guam under Judge Alberto C. Lamorena III prior to entering politics.[1] He joined the Guam bar association in September 2006.[3]
Espaldon was first elected as a senator in the Legislature of Guam the 29th Guam Legislature in November 2006.[1][3] He was sworn into office on January 1, 2007. Espaldon was re-elected to second term in November 2008 for the 30th Guam Legislature, serving until January 3, 2011.[1][3]
Lt. Governor Michael W. Cruz, a candidate for governor in the
Candidate for senator (2014)
On July 1, 2014, Espaldon filed for candidacy with the Guam Election Commission for a new term as a Republican senator for the 33rd Guam Legislature. Former senator Espaldon was a senator for the past two terms. Ex-senator Espaldon won the election with more votes in 2014, but won in the November election when he came to his office on January 5, 2015.
33rd Guam Legislature
After placing fourth in the island-wide election, Espaldon was chosen by his colleagues in the 33rd Guam Legislature.
On February 25, 2015 Senator Espaldon introduced Bill No. 44-33 (COR) to add a new (h) to §5201 of 22 GCA relative to the use of an individual's credit history in the employment process.
In March 2015 Senators Espaldon, Rodriguez and Vice Speaker Cruz introduced Bill No. 54-33 (COR) to amend § 4301(b) of 4 GCA, Relative to the Calculation of Government of Guam Group Health Insurance Plan Employee Contributions.
Retirement
On May 31, 2018, Espaldon announced that he would not seek re-election in 2018, keeping his pledge when he ran in 2006 to only serve four terms in the legislature. After announcing his retirement, Espaldon is planning to run for attorney general, but he recently declined.
Personal life
Espaldon is married to a hairdresser Gilda Respicio Eay,[3] father to Christian James and Victoria, also an adoptive daughter to Jonte Perez De Leon who is married to SUP Shack Guam member Lad De Leon. He also has two adopted granddaughters Gabrielle "Gabby" and Mylee de Leon and one grandson Landon.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Calvo, Cruz take stances on issues: Lt. Gov. Mike Cruz and Sen. James Espaldon". Pacific Daily News. 2010-07-23. Archived from the original on 2010-08-29. Retrieved 2010-09-01.
- ^ Center, Pacific News (2014-11-02). "2014 Guam Election Results". PNC News First. Retrieved 2020-06-11.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l "About Jim". Office of Senator James Espaldon. Archived from the original on 2011-07-10. Retrieved 2010-09-01.
- ^ a b Rabago, Jennifer (2010-05-04). "Cruz-Espaldon Announces Gubernatorial Bid - Makes Guam Election History". Guam News Watch. Archived from the original on 2010-06-13. Retrieved 2010-09-04.