In the private sector he has been an Emmy Award winning journalist, a filmmaker, and the author of ten books. In addition, he taught literature at the United States Naval Academy and was a Fellow at the Harvard Institute of Politics. As a member of the Democratic Party, Webb announced on November 19, 2014, that he was forming an exploratory committee to evaluate a run for President of the United States in 2016. On July 2, 2015, he announced that he would be joining the race for the Democratic nomination for President, but stepped down from running in the primaries on October 20, 2015, stating that he was "not comfortable" and "unhappy" with many of the party's political positions.
James R. "Jim" Webb is an American businessman who is a former President of the United States Judo Association elected in 2006.
He is a former national judo champion,
national coach and international referee,
and holds an eighth degree black belt in judo, a seventh degree black belt in jujutsu, and a second degree black belt in karate. He currently serves on the board of the US Olympic Committee's National Governing Body for judo, USA Judo. In addition, he has furthered his judo education by attending both the Kodokan Judo Summer Course and Kodokan Judo Kata Course workshops in Japan. He was a long-time student of 9th Dan Vince Tamura.
Alfred "Jim" Webb (1878–29 July 1955) was a Welsh international rugby union player who played club rugby for Abertillery and county rugby for Monmouthshire. He won 20 caps for Wales and was part of the 1910 touring British Isles team to South Africa.
Webb was a strong forward player who was part of three Triple Crown Wales teams, and won 19 consecutive caps, all while playing for a 'second class' team, normally unpopular with selectors. On 22 December 1908, Webb while captain of Abertillery, lead his team against the first touring Australian team. The resulting 3-3 draw is one of the greatest days in the club's history.
Webb is remembered as a powerful scrummager, strong at line-outs and mauls. He was a modest, proud and defiantly loyal man.
International career
After a strong performance against the touring South Africans with county team Monmouthshire, Webb was capped for Wales against Scotland in February 1907. He would play for Wales a further 19 times. His final game was against Scotland in 1912 in which he led the pack in a rousing victory. The selectors though felt Webb was too old and too slow and he was dropped. Webb would later argue with the Welsh Rugby Union selectors and leave the game of rugby union. He joined St. Helens but would only play five matches for the team.
(Democratic Debate) Jim Webb: I support affirmative action for African Americans
Democratic presidential candidate Jim Webb discusses his stance on affirmative action at the CNN Democratic debate.
published: 14 Oct 2015
Former Sen. Jim Webb: 'Interest politics' ruined Dems
Former presidential candidate and Democratic Virginia senator sounds on why Democrats lost the white working class voters on 'Tucker Carlson Tonight'
published: 28 Nov 2016
Jim Webb: Views no longer compatible with Democratic Party
In a campaign 2016 surprise, presidential candidate Jim Webb has dropped out of the Democratic primary. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Jill Wagner have more on Webb's announcement.
published: 20 Oct 2015
James Webb on his call of duty
James Webb answered the call nearly a half-century ago, and has been trying to serve his country ever since. National security correspondent David Martin interviews the former Marine and Vietnam Vet who has also served as Secretary of the Navy and in the U.S. Senate.
published: 25 May 2014
Jim Webb launches longshot 2016 run
John King, Sara Murray and Robert Costa discuss the newly-announced presidential candidate Jim Webb and his chances in the Democratic primary.
published: 03 Jul 2015
(Democratic Debate) Jim Webb: Every life in this country matters
Presidential candidate Jim Webb discusses working for African Americans at the CNN Democratic debate
published: 14 Oct 2015
Jim Webb Withdraws (C-SPAN)
Former Senator James Webb (D-VA) announces his withdraw from consideration for the 2016 Democratic presidential nomination. Watch the complete video here: http://cs.pn/1NlFZff
published: 20 Oct 2015
Senator Jim Webb Responds to the President
"It would not be possible in this short amount of time to actually rebut the President's message, nor would it be useful. Let me simply say that we in the Democratic Party hope that this administration is serious about improving education and healthcare for all Americans, and addressing such domestic priorities as restoring the vitality of New Orleans." Read the entire transcript at www.Speaker.gov.
published: 24 Jan 2007
(Democratic Debate) Webb on guns: People deserve the right to defend themselves
Presidential candidate Jim Webb talks about his rating from the NRA at the first Democratic debate for president.
published: 14 Oct 2015
NewsHour flashback: Jim Webb on the 1983 Beirut Barracks Bombings
Before he was Secretary of the Navy, a US senator, or prospective presidential candidate, Jim Webb travelled to Beirut for The MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour to offer his perspective on the American involvement in the Lebanese Civil War. Shortly after he filed his report, 241 Americans were killed in a suicide bombing at military barracks there. Webb returned to the program to reflect on those events.
In a campaign 2016 surprise, presidential candidate Jim Webb has dropped out of the Democratic primary. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Jill Wagner have more on We...
In a campaign 2016 surprise, presidential candidate Jim Webb has dropped out of the Democratic primary. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Jill Wagner have more on Webb's announcement.
In a campaign 2016 surprise, presidential candidate Jim Webb has dropped out of the Democratic primary. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Jill Wagner have more on Webb's announcement.
James Webb answered the call nearly a half-century ago, and has been trying to serve his country ever since. National security correspondent David Martin interv...
James Webb answered the call nearly a half-century ago, and has been trying to serve his country ever since. National security correspondent David Martin interviews the former Marine and Vietnam Vet who has also served as Secretary of the Navy and in the U.S. Senate.
James Webb answered the call nearly a half-century ago, and has been trying to serve his country ever since. National security correspondent David Martin interviews the former Marine and Vietnam Vet who has also served as Secretary of the Navy and in the U.S. Senate.
Former Senator James Webb (D-VA) announces his withdraw from consideration for the 2016 Democratic presidential nomination. Watch the complete video here: http:...
Former Senator James Webb (D-VA) announces his withdraw from consideration for the 2016 Democratic presidential nomination. Watch the complete video here: http://cs.pn/1NlFZff
Former Senator James Webb (D-VA) announces his withdraw from consideration for the 2016 Democratic presidential nomination. Watch the complete video here: http://cs.pn/1NlFZff
"It would not be possible in this short amount of time to actually rebut the President's message, nor would it be useful. Let me simply say that we in the Demo...
"It would not be possible in this short amount of time to actually rebut the President's message, nor would it be useful. Let me simply say that we in the Democratic Party hope that this administration is serious about improving education and healthcare for all Americans, and addressing such domestic priorities as restoring the vitality of New Orleans." Read the entire transcript at www.Speaker.gov.
"It would not be possible in this short amount of time to actually rebut the President's message, nor would it be useful. Let me simply say that we in the Democratic Party hope that this administration is serious about improving education and healthcare for all Americans, and addressing such domestic priorities as restoring the vitality of New Orleans." Read the entire transcript at www.Speaker.gov.
Before he was Secretary of the Navy, a US senator, or prospective presidential candidate, Jim Webb travelled to Beirut for The MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour to offer ...
Before he was Secretary of the Navy, a US senator, or prospective presidential candidate, Jim Webb travelled to Beirut for The MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour to offer his perspective on the American involvement in the Lebanese Civil War. Shortly after he filed his report, 241 Americans were killed in a suicide bombing at military barracks there. Webb returned to the program to reflect on those events.
Before he was Secretary of the Navy, a US senator, or prospective presidential candidate, Jim Webb travelled to Beirut for The MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour to offer his perspective on the American involvement in the Lebanese Civil War. Shortly after he filed his report, 241 Americans were killed in a suicide bombing at military barracks there. Webb returned to the program to reflect on those events.
In a campaign 2016 surprise, presidential candidate Jim Webb has dropped out of the Democratic primary. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Jill Wagner have more on Webb's announcement.
James Webb answered the call nearly a half-century ago, and has been trying to serve his country ever since. National security correspondent David Martin interviews the former Marine and Vietnam Vet who has also served as Secretary of the Navy and in the U.S. Senate.
Former Senator James Webb (D-VA) announces his withdraw from consideration for the 2016 Democratic presidential nomination. Watch the complete video here: http://cs.pn/1NlFZff
"It would not be possible in this short amount of time to actually rebut the President's message, nor would it be useful. Let me simply say that we in the Democratic Party hope that this administration is serious about improving education and healthcare for all Americans, and addressing such domestic priorities as restoring the vitality of New Orleans." Read the entire transcript at www.Speaker.gov.
Before he was Secretary of the Navy, a US senator, or prospective presidential candidate, Jim Webb travelled to Beirut for The MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour to offer his perspective on the American involvement in the Lebanese Civil War. Shortly after he filed his report, 241 Americans were killed in a suicide bombing at military barracks there. Webb returned to the program to reflect on those events.
In the private sector he has been an Emmy Award winning journalist, a filmmaker, and the author of ten books. In addition, he taught literature at the United States Naval Academy and was a Fellow at the Harvard Institute of Politics. As a member of the Democratic Party, Webb announced on November 19, 2014, that he was forming an exploratory committee to evaluate a run for President of the United States in 2016. On July 2, 2015, he announced that he would be joining the race for the Democratic nomination for President, but stepped down from running in the primaries on October 20, 2015, stating that he was "not comfortable" and "unhappy" with many of the party's political positions.