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Tim Johnson, American lawyer and politician (born 1946)

On October 8, in the year 2024, Tim Johnson, American lawyer and politician (born 1946). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of October 8, a notable event in this corner of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including Tim Johnson (South Dakota politician). Learn more below.

Timothy Peter Johnson was an American lawyer and politician who served as a United States senator from South Dakota from 1997 to 2015. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the United States representative for South Dakota's at-large congressional district from 1987 to 1997 and in the South Dakota Legislature from 1979 to 1987. Johnson is the last Democrat to hold statewide and/or congressional office in South Dakota. He and Stephanie Herseth Sandlin are also the last Democrats to win a statewide election in South Dakota.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on October 8, 2024 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 28 August 2026.

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