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politics1 year ago

Live Interactive Map: 2024 Presidential Election Results

KXAN provides live updates and interactive maps for the 2020 presidential, Senate, and House elections, focusing on national results and specific outcomes in Texas. The presidential race requires 270 electoral votes to win, with Joe Biden having secured 306 in 2020. The Senate needs 51 seats for a majority, with 33 seats contested, including one in Texas. All 435 House seats are up for election, with 218 needed for a majority. KXAN tracks 126 local races, updating results every five minutes.

via KXAN.com|
#election2020#houseelections#politics
obituary2 years ago

"Trailblazing Former Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Passes Away at 88"

Eddie Bernice Johnson, a pioneering Black woman in health care and politics, passed away at the age of 89. She made history as the first Black state senator from Dallas since Reconstruction and served 15 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives. Johnson was known for her work on water resources, education, and as a pragmatic legislator who could work across party lines. She faced and overcame racial discrimination throughout her career and left a legacy of dedication to civil rights and public service.

via The New York Times|
##civilrights#congress
politics2 years ago

"Former Texas Congresswoman and Icon Eddie Bernice Johnson Passes Away at 88"

Former Democratic Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas, who made history as the first Black woman elected to state public office from Dallas and as the chair of the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology, has passed away at the age of 88. Her career in Congress spanned nearly three decades, and she was remembered by President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for her dedication and legacy. Her work has been praised for its lasting impact on generations of public servants.

via CNN|
##congress#eddiebernicejohnson
politics2 years ago

"Mayor John Whitmire Takes Helm in Houston, Prioritizes Safety and Infrastructure"

John Whitmire, a long-serving former Texas Senator, was sworn in as the 63rd Mayor of Houston in a private ceremony at City Hall on January 1st. He succeeds Sylvester Turner, who had been in office since 2016. Whitmire, who won the mayoral runoff election against Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, emphasized his commitment to transparency and progress for Houston. A public inauguration event is scheduled for January 2nd at the Wortham Theater.

via FOX 26 Houston|
##houstonmayor#inauguration
obituary2 years ago

"Former Trailblazing Texas Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Passes Away at 88"

Eddie Bernice Johnson, a pioneering Texas congresswoman who was the first Black woman to chair the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, passed away at the age of 88. She served in the House for 30 years and was known for her significant contributions to the Dallas area, her advocacy for STEM opportunities for minority students, and her efforts to combat climate change. Leaders, including President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, have paid tribute to her legacy and impact on public service. Johnson's career was marked by many firsts, including being the first registered nurse elected to Congress and the first Black chief psychiatric nurse at a Dallas VA hospital. Her dedication to public service and her fight for justice were inspired by her own experiences with racism and segregation.

via Business Insider|
##congress#eddiebernicejohnson
local-news2 years ago

"Former Dallas Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Passes Away at 88"

Former U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, a pioneering politician and the first registered nurse elected to Congress, passed away at the age of 88. She was renowned for her effective legislation, securing federal funding for Dallas, and advocating for STEM opportunities for minority students. Leaders across the political spectrum, including President Joe Biden, have paid tribute to her legacy as a trailblazer and mentor. Johnson's career was marked by many firsts, including being the first Black woman to chair the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Her dedication to public service and her role as a mentor to future generations of politicians have left a lasting impact on Texas and the nation.

via NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth|
##congress#eddiebernicejohnson
local-news2 years ago

"Remembering Eddie Bernice Johnson: Tributes Pour in for Texas Democrat at 88"

Former U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, a pioneering figure in Texas politics and the first registered nurse elected to Congress, passed away at the age of 88. She was renowned for her effective legislation, securing federal funding for Dallas, and advocating for STEM opportunities for minority students. Leaders across the political spectrum, including President Joe Biden, have paid tribute to her legacy as a trailblazer and mentor. Johnson's career was marked by many firsts, including being the first Black woman to chair the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Her dedication to public service and her impact on infrastructure, healthcare, and technology have left a lasting legacy in Texas and beyond.

via NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth|
##congress#eddiebernicejohnson
obituary2 years ago

"Trailblazing Former U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson Passes Away at 88"

Former U.S. Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson, a pioneering figure in Texas politics and the first Black woman elected to public office in Dallas, has passed away at the age of 88. Johnson's career spanned nearly three decades in the U.S. House, where she was known for her pragmatism and ability to work across the aisle. She made significant contributions to civil rights, healthcare, and science, and was instrumental in naming a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier after war hero Dorie Miller. Her legacy includes breaking multiple barriers as a Black woman in politics and her efforts to improve her state and the nation.

via The Texas Tribune|
##congress#eddiebernicejohnson