James B. Lewis | |
|---|---|
| 24th and 29th Treasurer of New Mexico | |
| In office 2007–2015 | |
| Governor | Susana Martinez |
| Preceded by | Douglas M. Brown |
| Succeeded by | Tim Eichenberg |
| In office 1985–1991 | |
| Governor | Toney Anaya Garrey Carruthers |
| Preceded by | Earl E. Hartley |
| Succeeded by | David W. King |
| Personal details | |
| Born | James Beliven Lewis November 30, 1947 Roswell, New Mexico, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | Bishop College (BS) National American University (BS) University of New Mexico (MPA) |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
James Beliven Lewis (born November 30, 1947) is an American politician from the state of New Mexico. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the state treasurer of New Mexico from 1985–1990 and from 2006–2014.[1] As of 2024[update], he is the only African American to serve in the role.[2]
- ^ "History of New Mexico State Treasurers". New Mexico State Treasurer's Office. Archived from the original on September 19, 2015. Retrieved October 14, 2015.
- ^ Hornsby Jr., Alton (August 31, 2011). Black America: A State-by-State Historical Encyclopedia. p. 561. ISBN 978-0-313-34112-0.