Politician
Mike Huckabee
Michael Huckabee is an American politician, minister, and commentator who ran for president in 2008 and 2016. He was Governor of Arkansas 1996-2007.
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About
Mike Huckabee is an American politician and former Governor of Arkansas. He is most widely known for his quick wit, charisma, and his ability to bridge divides among his constituents. Among his notable accomplishments was his 2008 bid for the Republican nomination for President of the United States.
Mike Huckabee Timeline
1955
Mike Huckabee is Born
On August 24, 1955, Michael Dale Huckabee was born in Hope, Arkansas.
1975
Becomes a Baptist Minister
Mike Huckabee was ordained a Baptist minister and started his first church in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.
1996
Becomes Governor of Arkansas
After the resignation of Jim Guy Tucker, Huckabee was sworn in as Governor of Arkansas.
2002
Re-elected as Governor
Huckabee won his re-election campaign, continuing his term as Governor of Arkansas.
2008
Runs for President
Huckabee ran for the Republican nomination for President, but ultimately lost to John McCain.
2015
Second Presidential Run
Huckabee made his second bid for the presidency but suspended his campaign in early 2016.
2018
Publishes "Rare, Medium, or Done Well"
Huckabee's book, "Rare, Medium, or Done Well: Make the Most of Your Life," was published.
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Mike Huckabee is an American politician who was born on August 24, 1955 and is currently 68 years old. He is best known for serving as the 44th Governor of Arkansas from 1996 to 2007 and running in the Republican Presidential Primary in 2008.