Bill Haslam

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Bill Haslam (b. 1958) is the mayor of Knoxville, Tennessee. He was elected in 2003, replacing the retiring Victor Ashe who had served for 15 years. He defeated Madeline Rogero in the main election. Prior to becoming mayor he was the president of Pilot Corporation, a regional chain of travel centres, which was founded by his father Jim Haslam. He is a member of the Republican Party. He is frequently mentioned as a possible 2010 Gubernatorial candidate.

[edit] 2003 Election

Haslam replaced Victor Ashe after beating Madeline Rogero by a margin of 52.64% to 46.39%. [1]

Preceded by:
Victor Ashe
Mayor of Knoxville, Tennessee
Succeeded by:
(incumbent)

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