Election 101: Eleven facts about Buddy Roemer and his presidential bid

Charles “Buddy” Roemer is trying to stage a comeback. After nearly two decades out of office, the four-term congressman and one-time Louisiana governor declared his candidacy for president on Thursday in New Hampshire.

8. What is his political experience?

Roemer served four terms in Congress as the Democratic representative of Louisiana’s Fourth district (1981-1988). In 1988, he succeeded Edwin Edwards in a closely followed election to become the 52nd governor of Louisiana. During his governorship, in 1991, he changed his party affiliation to Republican.

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