EDUCATION · TX · 2012-2016
Michael Williams
State Superintendent of Public Instruction · Republican · Texas
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First Black TX statewide official
Background
Michael Williams (Republican) was Texas's State Superintendent of Public Instruction 2012–2016 (4 years). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Robert Scott; succeeded by Mike Morath. Note: First Black TX statewide official. Same-year political environment (2012): Governor Rick Perry; Attorney General Greg Abbott; Secretary of State John Steen. Later filed for federal office (FEC ID H0TX31048: House + President).
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Others who held this office in Texas
- Mike Morath (2016-present)
- Robert Scott (2007-2012)
- Shirley Neeley (2004-2007)
- Felipe Alanis (2002-2003)
- Jim Nelson (1999-2002)