Eric Johnson (Texas politician)

Eric Johnson (Texas politician) is a Texas State Representative serving District 100, which includes parts of Dallas County. He is a member of the Democratic Party and has been in office since 2010. Johnson has worked with various organizations, including the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Texas Legislative Black Caucus. He has also been involved with the Dallas Regional Chamber and the Greater Dallas Planning Council.

● Early life and education

Eric Johnson was born in Dallas, Texas, and grew up in the Oak Cliff neighborhood. He attended Greenhill School and later graduated from Harvard University, where he was a member of the Harvard University Debate Council and the Institute of Politics. Johnson then earned his law degree from University of Pennsylvania Law School, where he was a member of the University of Pennsylvania Law Review. During his time at law school, he interned with the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund and the United States Department of Justice. Johnson's education and early career were influenced by his involvement with organizations such as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and the American Bar Association.

● Career

Before entering politics, Johnson worked as an attorney with the law firm Haynes and Boone, LLP, where he focused on commercial litigation and intellectual property law. He also worked with the Federal Trade Commission and the United States Department of Commerce. Johnson's experience in the private sector has been shaped by his interactions with companies such as AT&T, ExxonMobil, and Texas Instruments. He has also been involved with various non-profit organizations, including the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and the Dallas Museum of Art.

● Political career

Johnson was first elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2010, representing District 100. He has served on several committees, including the House Committee on Appropriations and the House Committee on Higher Education. Johnson has worked with other lawmakers, such as Joe Straus, Paul Ryan, and Nancy Pelosi, on various legislative initiatives. He has also been involved with the National Black Caucus of State Legislators and the Texas Legislative Study Group.

● Elections

Johnson has been re-elected to the Texas House of Representatives several times, including in 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018. He has faced opposition from candidates such as Linda Koop and Stefan Smith. Johnson's campaigns have been supported by organizations such as the Texas Democratic Party, the AFL-CIO, and the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. He has also received endorsements from individuals such as Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, and Beto O'Rourke.

● Policy and positions

Johnson has been a strong advocate for issues such as education reform, healthcare access, and economic development. He has worked with organizations such as the Texas Education Agency, the Texas Department of State Health Services, and the Texas Workforce Commission to address these issues. Johnson has also been involved in efforts to promote voting rights, criminal justice reform, and environmental protection. He has worked with lawmakers such as Sheila Jackson Lee, Al Green, and Joaquín Castro on these initiatives. Johnson's policy positions have been influenced by his interactions with organizations such as the NAACP, the ACLU of Texas, and the Sierra Club.