Eddie Bernice Johnson

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Eddie Bernice Johnson

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth December 3, 1934
Date of Death Dec. 31, 2023 (Age: 89)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Eddie Bernice Johnson holds a robust educational background, including a nursing certificate and a Master of Public Administration. Early in her career, she became the first African American Chief Psychiatric Nurse at a prominent institution. Johnson transitioned into leadership roles, becoming the first woman to head a major Texas House committee and the first African-American woman to serve as a regional director for the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. Her professional expertise spans health care, education, public housing, racial equity, economic development, and job expansion.

Political Ideas

Eddie Bernice Johnson's political career is marked by a distinctive blend of progressive advocacy and pragmatic regionalism, particularly evident in her legislative efforts on health care and racial equity. Her approach often involves unexpected alliances, such as collaborating with traditionally opposing factions to advance environmental regulations that protect local industrial interests. Johnson's rhetorical style consistently emphasizes the importance of addressing discriminatory perceptions and systemic inequities, even when such issues challenge conventional political boundaries. This unique combination of ideological flexibility and steadfast commitment to justice invites deeper examination into how she balances these seemingly disparate elements.

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2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 2020

204,928 votes (77.50%)

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2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 2018

166,784 votes (91.10%)

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2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 2016

170,502 votes (77.90%)

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2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 2014

93,041 votes (87.90%)

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2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas 30th congressional district, 2012

171,059 votes (78.82%)

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2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 2010

86,322 votes (75.74%)

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2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 2008

168,249 votes (82.48%)

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2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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2006 U.S. House election: Texas district 30

81,212 votes (80.19%)

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2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 2004

144,513 votes (93.03%)

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2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 2002

88,980 votes (74.26%)

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2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 2000

109,163 votes (91.76%)

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1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 1998

57,603 votes (72.23%)

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1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 1996

61,723 votes (54.59%)

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1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 1994

73,166 votes (72.63%)

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1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives
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Texas's 30th congressional district, 1992

71.53% of vote

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