Jim Hightower

Date of birth

11 Jan 1943

84 years ago at Denison, Texas, USA

Also Known As

America's #1 Populist

James Allen Hightower (born January 11, 1943) is an American syndicated columnist, progressive political activist, and author. From 1983 to 1991 he served as the elected commissioner of the Texas Department of Agriculture. He publishes a monthly newsletter that is notable for its in-depth investigative reporting, The Hightower Lowdown.

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