Jim Schellinger

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birth_place = South Bend, Indiana
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residence = Indianapolis, IN
occupation = Architect
religion = Catholicism


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Jim Schellinger (born April 30, 1960) is the active President of CSO Architects in Indianapolis, Indiana. On March 19, 2007, he filed his candidacy to run for governor against incumbent Republican Mitch Daniels but lost to fellow Democratic challenger Jill Long Thompson.

Early life

Schellinger was raised the sixth of eight children in South Bend, Indiana. Mary Clare,Patti Sue, Robert, Anne, a brother John who is now deceased, a brother Joey, and a brother Michael.

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He attended St. Joseph's High School, where he played for the school's football team. Staying close to home, Schellinger worked his way through the University of Notre Dame. At Notre Dame, Schellinger earned his degree in architecture.

Professional life

One of Schellinger's first jobs out of college was at CSO Architects. Within ten years, he became president of the company. Schellinger was appointed by Mayor Bart Peterson to serve on the Capital Improvement Board.

2008 campaign

When Schellinger, joined the race for governor, he was the second of three Democratic candidates in the primary race, along with Richard Young and Jill Long Thompson. As a political newcomer, he is described as a "moderate Democrat." Schellinger had received early endorsements from Congresswoman Julia Carson, Indianapolis Mayor Bart Peterson, and by the UAW. Schellinger raised $1.2 million during the second financial quarter, and despite doing so, was not able to beat Long Thompson despite her being outspent by a significant margin.

External links

* [http://www.jimschellinger.com Schellinger for Indiana]