Richard Kohles
A candidate for State Representative, position B, Idaho Legislative District 2 in the 2016 Idaho General Election, Nov. 8
Party: Democratic
Age: 85
City: Hayden, Idaho
Education: Graduated from St. Joseph’s Seminary in Mountain View, Calif., in 1957. Completed two years of Catholic seminary there in 1959. Holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from St. Patrick’s Seminary.
Political background: Twice elected to the Post Falls School Board; served six years.
Work experience: Taught at the elementary, secondary and college levels for 15 years. Associate broker with Coldwell Banker Schneidmiller Reality in Coeur d’Alene for the past 31 years. Past president, Coeur d’Alene Association of Realtors.
Family: Married. Has hree grown children and six grandchildren
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Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Eric Redman (R) | 17,735 | 75.60% |
| Richard Kohles (D) | 5,724 | 24.40% |
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