A. Visanio Johnson facts for kids
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A. Visanio Johnson
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| Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from the 98th district | |
| In office 1967–1973 |
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| Preceded by | John B. White |
| Succeeded by | Thomas Duckett |
| Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from the 99th district | |
| In office 1973–1981 |
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| Preceded by | Archibald B. Hill |
| Succeeded by | Freddye Harper Williams |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 10, 1941 |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Oklahoma University Law School |
A. Visanio Johnson was an American politician born on March 10, 1941. He was a member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives, which is a group of elected officials who make laws for the state of Oklahoma. He represented two different areas, called districts, for the Democratic Party.
About A. Visanio Johnson
Johnson went to Oklahoma City University. After his studies, he became an attorney, which means he was a lawyer who helped people with legal issues.
His Time in the Oklahoma House
In 1967, people voted for Johnson to represent the 98th district in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. He took over this role from John B. White.
That same year, Johnson joined Archibald B. Hill and E. Melvin Porter in a march. They were protesting against delays in passing a new law. This law was very important because it aimed to stop unfair treatment in housing based on a person's race. They wanted everyone to have a fair chance to find a home.
Johnson served the 98th district until 1973. After that, Thomas Duckett took his place.
Representing a New District
Also in 1973, Johnson was elected to represent a different area, the 99th district. He took over this position from Archibald B. Hill. He continued to serve in the Oklahoma House of Representatives until 1981. After his time, Freddye Harper Williams became the representative for the 99th district.
