Tim Johnson

Tim Johnson

Tim Johnson is a U.S. Senator from the state of South Dakota. On December 13, 2006, Johnson suffered a brain hemorrhage which nearly took his life. While hospitalized, speculation grew that should if he was to pass away, the South Dakota governor would appoint a Republican to take his place, returning the state to Republican Party rule. However, Johnson returned to his seat on September 5, 2007, in good health, after a ten-month absence.

Fast Facts:

Born: December 28, 1946 in Canton, South Dakota
Assumed Office: January 7, 1997
Party: Democratic
Spouse: Barbara Brooks
Alma Mater: University of South Dakota
Previous Occupation/Position Held: Private Practice Attorney
Terms: 2

Positions

Viewed by many as a moderate Democrat, Johnson was in favor of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996, a measure to reform cash assistance to the poor. He also supported a bill to repeal the ban on semiautomatic weapons. Johnson chairs both the subcommittee of financial institutions and water and power.

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Politics | Politicians | Members of Congress

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Official Site: Johnson to Return to Senate Tomorrow (September 4, 2007)
Official Site: Johnson Comments on Mni Waste Water System Dedication (September 3, 2007)
The Associated Press: A Recovering Johnson Remains Determined (August 31, 2007)
ABC News: Sen. Tim Johnson Back on the Job (August 28, 2007)

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ArgusLeader.com: Johnson spokesman - 'We're not liars'
Pantagraph.com: Pantagraph.com Commend Johnson for environmental leadership
Washington Monthly: Political Animal

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Tim Johnson Timeline

December 28, 1946: Born
1969: Earned B.A. from South Dakota University
1970: Earned M.A. from South Dakota University
1975: Earned J.D. from South Dakota University
1979-82: Served in the South Dakota House of Representatives
1983-86: Served in the South Dakota Senate
1987-97: Served in the U.S. House of Representatives
1997-Present: Serves as the Senior Senator from South Dakota in the U.S. Senate

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