Jim Schellinger

Jim Schellinger
Personal details
Born	April 30, 1960 South Bend, Indiana United States
Political party	Democratic
Spouse(s)	Laura Schellinger
Children	Nick, John and Zack
Residence	Indianapolis, IN
Occupation	Architect
Religion	Catholicism
Website	http://www.jimschellinger.com

Jim Schellinger (born April 30, 1960) is the active President of CSO Architects in Indianapolis, Indiana. On March 19, 2007, he filed his candidacy to run for governor against incumbent Republican Mitch Daniels but lost to fellow Democratic challenger Jill Long Thompson by 13,000 votes - less than 1 percent.

Early life

Schellinger was raised the sixth of eight children in South Bend, Indiana. He attended St. Joseph's High School, where he played for the school's football and baseball teams. Staying close to home, Schellinger worked his way through the University of Notre Dame. At Notre Dame, Schellinger earned his degree in architecture.

2008 campaign

When Schellinger joined the race for governor he was the second of three Democratic candidates in the primary race, along with Richard Young and Jill Long Thompson. As a political newcomer, he is described as a "moderate Democrat." Schellinger had received early endorsements from Congresswoman Julia Carson, Indianapolis Mayor Bart Peterson, and by the UAW. Schellinger raised $1.2 million during the second financial quarter, and despite doing so, was not able to beat Long Thompson despite her being outspent by a significant margin.