Samuel D. Thompson
Samuel D. Thompson (born July 31, 1935) is an American politician and scientist who served in the New Jersey Senate from 2012 to 2024, representing the 12th Legislative district.Thompson was first elected as a Republican, but facing a difficult primary over his age, he switched parties in February 2023 and said he would seek re-election as a Democrat.[3][5] Thompson was first elected to the General Assembly in 1997 in the northern Monmouth County and northeastern Middlesex County-based 13th district.[8] Thompson defeated challenger Art Haney in the June 3, 2021 primary and Democrat David Lande in the general election.S. griseus was chosen for this honor because it is a New Jersey native that made unique contributions to healthcare and scientific research worldwide.