Samuel D. Thompson
Sam Thompson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New Jersey Senate from the 12th district | |
| In office January 10, 2012 – January 9, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Jennifer Beck |
| Succeeded by | Owen Henry |
| Member of the New Jersey General Assembly from the 13th district | |
| In office January 13, 1998 – January 10, 2012 | |
| Preceded by | Joann H. Smith |
| Succeeded by | Declan O'Scanlon |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 31, 1935 Mobile, Alabama, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic (2023–present) Republican (until 2023) |
| Spouse | Jacqueline Thompson |
| Children | 3 |
| Residence(s) | Old Bridge Township, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Arkansas (BS) Louisiana State University (PhD) |
| Website | Legislative Website |
Samuel D. Thompson (born July 31, 1935) is an American politician and scientist who served in the New Jersey Senate from 2012 to 2024, representing the 12th Legislative district. Before redistricting in 2011, he served in the General Assembly from 1998 to 2012, representing the 13th district.
Thompson was first elected as a Republican, but facing a difficult primary over his age, he switched parties in February 2023 and said he would seek re-election as a Democrat. He however reversed his decision and announced on February 27, that he would not run for re-election. His party switch increased the Democratic State Senate majority to 25-15.