Former Minn. Gov. Tim Pawlenty to run for president‏

Former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty will seek the Republican nomination for president in 2012, according to an aide.


Current Position: Former Governor of Minnesota (January 2003-2011)

Career History: Vice Chairman, Republican Governor's Association (July 2009-2011); Former Governor of Minnesota (January 2003-2011); Vice President of corporate development, Wizmo Inc. (2000 to 2001); Majority Leader (1999 to 2002); Minnesota House of Representatives (1992 to 2002); Eagan City Council (1990 to 1992); Eagan Planning Commission (1988 to 1989); Lawyer, Rider, Bennett, Egan and Arundel (1986 to 2000)
Birthday: November 27, 1960
Hometown: Eagan, Minn.
Alma Mater: University of Minnesota, B.A., 1983; J.D., 1986
Spouse: Mary
Religion: Protestant

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