Tim Johnson

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  • 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. In 2008, Johnson won re-election to his Senate seat.

  • Fast Facts:

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