Orval Faubus

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Orval Eugene Faubus

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State Governor
Date of Birth January 7, 1910
Date of Death Dec. 14, 1994 (Age: 84)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Orval Faubus attended Commonwealth College, an institution with ties to the Communist Party USA, and pursued a career in public service. He served as circuit clerk and recorder for Madison County and later became director of the state's highway commission. Faubus was elected governor of Arkansas and held the office for multiple terms, during which he opposed racial integration in schools. He ran for president in 1960 as the nominee of the National States' Rights Party but won a minimal share of the vote. Post-governorship, he managed a theme park and continued to engage in political campaigns.

Political Ideas

Orval Faubus's political identity is marked by a complex blend of segregationist policies and an ideological journey from socialist leanings to support for conservative causes later in life. His staunch opposition to racial integration in schools during his governorship contrasts sharply with his attendance at a socialist college and his eventual backing of Republican candidates. Faubus's rhetorical style often juxtaposes regional protectionism with unexpected alliances, as seen in his legislative record and presidential campaign affiliations.

Campaigns
1974: Arkansas State Governor

Election History

Arkansas Governor 1974, Democrat Primary

193,105 votes (33.10%)

Loss

Winner: David Pryor

1964: Arkansas State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1964 Arkansas gubernatorial election

337,489 votes (57.00%)

Win

Arkansas Governor 1964, Democrat Primary

239,890 votes (65.72%)

Win
1962: Arkansas State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1962 Arkansas gubernatorial election

225,743 votes (73.27%)

Win

Arkansas Governor 1962, Democrat Primary

208,996 votes (51.59%)

Win
1960: Arkansas State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1960 Arkansas gubernatorial election

292,064 votes (69.21%)

Win

Arkansas Governor 1960, Democrat Primary

238,997 votes (58.75%)

Win
1958: Arkansas State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1958 Arkansas gubernatorial election

236,598 votes (82.47%)

Win

Arkansas Governor 1958, Democrat Primary

264,346 votes (68.86%)

Win
1956: Arkansas State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1956 Arkansas gubernatorial election

321,797 votes (80.65%)

Win

Arkansas Governor 1956, Democrat Primary

180,760 votes (58.08%)

Win
1954: Arkansas State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1954 Arkansas gubernatorial election

208,121 votes (62.09%)

Win

Arkansas Governor 1954, Democrat Primary

109,614 votes (33.77%)

Loss

Winner: Francis Cherry

Democratic primary run-off results

191,328 votes (50.91%)

Win