Michael Figures

Michael Anthony Figures (October 13, 1947 – September 13, 1996) was an American politician who served in the Alabama Senate from the 33rd district from 1978 until his death in 1996.[1][2] He served as the body's president pro tempore. His wife Vivian Davis Figures succeeded him in office after his death. He was involved in the investigation of the murder of Michael Donald, who was lynched by white supremacists in 1981.

Michael Figures
President pro tempore
of the Alabama Senate
In office
January 10, 1995  September 13, 1996
Preceded byRyan deGraffenried Jr.
Succeeded byDewayne Freeman
Member of the Alabama Senate
from the 33rd district
In office
November 8, 1978  September 13, 1996
Preceded byMike Perloff
Succeeded byVivian Davis Figures
Personal details
Born
Michael Anthony Figures

(1947-10-13)October 13, 1947
Mobile, Alabama, U.S.
DiedSeptember 13, 1996(1996-09-13) (aged 48)
Mobile, Alabama, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse
(m. 1982)
Education

References

  1. "Senator Michael Figures | Michael Figures, 48, president pro tem of the Alabama..." Articles.baltimoresun.com. 1996-09-15. Retrieved 2018-04-30.
  2. "Michael A. Figures". Alafricanamerican.com. Retrieved 2018-04-30.


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