Jesse L. Cooksey
American politician (1932-2016)
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Jesse L. Cooksey (May 23, 1932 – April 3, 2016) was the chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party from 1974 to 1976.[1] He presided over the party during the tumultuous period of Richard Nixon's resignation and Gerald Ford's term in office.[2]
Preceded byC. Kenneth Powell
Succeeded byDr. George G. Graham
BornJesse L. Cooksey
May 23, 1932
May 23, 1932
Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States
Died3 April 2016 (aged 83)
Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States
Jesse L. Cooksey | |
|---|---|
| Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party | |
| In office 1977–1979 | |
| Preceded by | C. Kenneth Powell |
| Succeeded by | Dr. George G. Graham |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Jesse L. Cooksey May 23, 1932 Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States |
| Died | 3 April 2016 (aged 83) Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Jean Cooksey |