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Nathan M. Johnson
American politician (born 1968) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Nathan Matthew Johnson (born February 12, 1968) is an American politician, lawyer, and composer serving as a member of the Texas Senate for the 16th district. In the November 6, 2018, election, Johnson defeated incumbent Republican Don Huffines[1] to become the first Democrat to represent the district in over three decades.
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Early life and education
Johnson is a native of Fort Worth, Texas. He received a B.S. in physics from the University of Arizona in 1990 and a J.D. degree from the University of Texas School of Law in 1993.[2]
Earlier career
Prior to his political career, Johnson practiced business law and bankruptcy law and composed music for the Funimation produced English dub of Dragon Ball Z.[3][4] Currently, Johnson practices commercial litigation at Thompson Coburn in Dallas.
Texas Senate
Political positions
The Texas Tribune notes that Johnson's centrist voting record is nearly indistinguishable from most of the other Democrats in the Texas Senate according to political scientists and he has generally avoided partisan attacks from the left.[5]
Committee assignments
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- Jurisprudence (Vice-Chair)
- Administration
- Business & Commerce
- Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
- Sunset Advisory Commission
Electoral history
2018
2022
2024
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External links
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