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Tom Vilsack, a Democrat, was a two-term governor of Iowa. He began his political career in 1987 after the mayor of rural Mount Pleasant was murdered. Vilsack, a laywer, was elected the new mayor and held the position for five years, until he was elected to the Iowa State Senate. During his governorship, Vilsack also chaired the Democratic Governors Association and the Democratic Leadership Council.  His wife, Christie, is a former teacher and a civic activist.

Presidential Campaign

Vilsack declared his candidacy on November 30, 2006, but on February 23, 2007, he announced that he was withdrawing from the race. He has subsequently endorsed Hillary Clinton’s candidacy.

Finance Reports

Presidential

Tom Vilsack for President 2008 2006

Leadership PAC (state)

Heartland PAC (non-federal leadership PAC) 2006

Campaign Committees (state)

Tom Vilsack for Iowa Governor 2004 2002 2000 1998

Interview

Vilsack declined the Center’s request for an interview.

Financial Disclosure Statements

2008 Presidential campaign, 2006

Gubernatorial, 2006

Major Campaign Officials and Consultants (before withdrawal)

Josh Earnest, communications director

Michael Hayden, national finance director

Theresa Kehoe, treasurer

Jeff Link, senior communications strategist

Craig Varoga, campaign manager

Teresa Vilmain, adviser

Shari Yost-Gold, national finance adviser

Major Fundraisers

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