Birth: July 31, 1943, Des Moines. Parents: James R. and Helen G. Jesse. Education: B.A., Drake University, 1966; M.A. in history, Drake University, 1968; additional graduate study at University of Oklahoma (1970) and University of Nebraska (1971-1972). Spouse: Cheryl, 1966. Children: 1 daughter, Melinda; 2 sons, Mark and Matthew. Activities: Self-employed small business person. Educator and college administrator. Member, First United Methodist Church of Colfax. Term: Second.

Birth: July 31, 1943, Des Moines. Parents: James R. and Helen G. Jesse. Education: B.A., Drake University, 1966; M.A. in history, Drake University, 1968; additional graduate study at University of Oklahoma (1970) and University of Nebraska (1971-1972). Spouse: Cheryl, 1966. Children: 1 daughter, Melinda; 2 sons, Mark and Matthew. Activities: Self-employed small business person. Educator and college administrator. Member, First United Methodist Church of Colfax. Term: First.