James Henry Harris

Background

Harris,, James Henry was born on January 5, 1951 in Waukegan, Illinois, United States. Son of James H. and Bernice (Ervin) Harris.

Education

Student, Southern Illinois University, 1969—1971. Student, College Lake County, 1971—1973. Degree in System Engineering, Honeywell Technology School, 1978.

Degree in Applied Behavior, National College Education, 1983.

Career

System engineer Honeywell Inc., Lincolnwood, Illinois, 1974—1976, sales engineer, 1976—1978, account manager, 1978—1982, Bailey Controls, Lombard, 1982—1983, national marketing manager, since 1983. With United States Marine Corps Reserve, 1971-1977.

Politics

As responsible citizens Christians should pray for elected officials, submit to just laws, pay taxes, and serve in various capacities, such as on juries, in the military, in public office, and by voting for their representative leadership.

Views

Language of offensive nature with regard to race, ethnicity ornationality does not indicate the value of each individual and contradicts the teaching of Jesus Christ.

Membership

Alderman City of North Chicago. Precinct commetteeman. Board directors Lake County Urban League, 1971—1981.

Vice president National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, 1977—1978. Member of Engineering Management Society, Numerical Control Society.

Connections

Married Betty J. Olloway, August 1, 1970. Children: Earl, Ryan.

Father:

James H. Harris

Mother:

Bernice (Ervin) Harris

Spouse:

Betty J. Olloway

child:

Ryan Harris,

child:

Earl Harris,