James Cates' Biography
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Full Name:
James 'Jim' Bryan Cates
Gender:
Male
Family:
Wife: Georgia; 2 Children: Bryan, Christopher
Birth Date:
03/09/1938
Birth Place:
Erwin, NC
Home City:
Morganton, NC
Religion:
Episcopal
EdD, Education, Nova Southeastern University, 1976
EdS, Business Education, Appalachian State University, 1972
MA, Business Education, Appalachian State University, 1964
AA, Business Administration, Campbell University, 1958
Former Chairman, Burke County Board of Commissioners
Former Candidate, North Carolina State Senate
Chairman
Candidate, North Carolina State House of Representatives, District 86, 2014
Candidate, North Carolina House of Representatives, District 86, 2012
Candidate, North Carolina State House of Representatives, District 86, 2010
Candidate, North Carolina State Senate, District 44, 2008
Commissioner, Burke County Board of Commissioners, 1978-1985
No caucus information on file.
Former Teacher, Morganton High School
Former Instructor, Western Piedmont Community College
Substitute Teacher, present
Member, Saint Mary's Episcopal Church
Member, Sandy Beach Shag Club
Member, The Mountain Shag Club
Favorite Quote:
"Plan your work, and work your plan."
"Make a dollar, save a dime"
Hobbies or Special Talents:
Art, Running, Golf, Tennis, and Collecting