Rick Just
American politician and author
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James R. "Rick" Just is an American politician and author who previously served as a member of the Idaho Senate for the 15th district. Elected in November 2022, he assumed office on December 1, 2022.[1]
Rick Just | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Idaho Senate | |
| In office December 1, 2022 – November 30, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Fred Martin |
| Succeeded by | Codi Galloway |
| Constituency | 15th district |
| Personal details | |
| Born | James Just Blackfoot, Idaho, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Children | 1 |
| Education | Boise State University (BA, MPA) |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service |  United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1969–1971 |
Early life and education
Just was born in Blackfoot, Idaho, and graduated from Firth High School.[2] He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and a Master of Public Administration from Boise State University.[3]
Career
Just served in the United States Marine Corps from 1969 to 1971. For 30 years, he worked for the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, retiring as chief planner. Just is also the author of two adult novels, four YA novels, and several books on Idaho history.[4] He was elected to the Idaho Senate in November 2022.[5] He lost re-election in 2024 to Republican Codi Galloway.[6]