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 | |
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| President pro tempore of the Alabama Senate | |
| In office January 10, 1995 – September 13, 1996 | |
| Preceded by | Ryan deGraffenried Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Dewayne Freeman |
| Member of the Alabama Senate from the 33rd district | |
| In office November 8, 1978 – September 13, 1996 | |
| Preceded by | Mike Perloff |
| Succeeded by | Vivian Davis Figures |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Michael Anthony Figures October 13, 1947 Mobile, Alabama, U.S. |
| Died | September 13, 1996 (aged 48) Mobile, Alabama, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
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| Education | |
References
- "Senator Michael Figures | Michael Figures, 48, president pro tem of the Alabama..." Articles.baltimoresun.com. 1996-09-15. Retrieved 2018-04-30.
- "Michael A. Figures". Alafricanamerican.com. Retrieved 2018-04-30.
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