Jim Justice

Jim Justice is an American businessman and politician who has served as the 36th Governor of West Virginia from 2017 to 2025. Born on April 27, 1951, in Charleston, West Virginia, Justice is the son of a coal magnate and inherited his family's coal mining business. He expanded his business ventures to include agriculture and hospitality, notably purchasing the Greenbrier Resort in 2009. In 2015, he announced his candidacy for governor as a Democrat and won the election. However, in 2017, he switched his party affiliation to Republican and was re-elected in 2020. In 2024, Justice ran for the U.S. Senate, winning the seat previously held by Joe Manchin, and was sworn in on January 14, 2025 .National Governors Association+2+2+2+2+2+2+3sba.wv.gov+3Jim Justice+3+1Britannica Kids+1

Throughout his political career, Justice has been known for his colorful and unconventional speaking style. He often uses props during speeches, such as displaying cow manure to emphasize points . Justice has focused on economic development, promoting West Virginia as a "diamond in the rough," and has been involved in various initiatives to improve the state's infrastructure and education system .AP News+1+1

One of Justice's notable quotes is:

"Who won tonight was absolutely hands down the people — the people won, and who lost? Who lost unequivocally? Selfishness lost."

This statement reflects his emphasis on serving the public and prioritizing the needs of the people over personal interests. Justice's approach to governance and his distinctive communication style have made him a prominent figure in West Virginia politics.West Virginia Watch+8AP News+8The Press Democrat+8