Brian G. Williams (born August 1, 1942) is a Democratic politician who served in the

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, representing District 41 from 2005 through 2011.

Life and career

A former educator and

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, Williams moved to politics after a long career in the Akron City School System.

Ohio House of Representatives

When Representative, Bryan C. Williams resigned early to take another job in 2004, Republicans appointed Marilyn Slaby to a potential viable seat for Democrats. Benefitting from name recognition and a potentially good year for Democrats, Williams entered the race. He defeated Slaby by fewer than 1000 votes to take his seat. He won reelection in 2006 easily over former NFL player

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. By 2008, Democrats were on the verge of taking over the majority in the

. While the hometown ''

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'' newspaper supported Williams' opponent Randy Cole, Williams won a third term, as Democrats took control of the majority. Two years later,

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took control by ousting thirteen Democrats, including Williams. With the 2010 cycle, Marilyn Slaby's husband, Lynn Slaby, ran for the seat formerly held by his wife, and challenged Williams. In an overwhelmingly Republican year, Slaby defeated Williams. Following his defeat, Williams retired.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Williams, Brian Living people Democratic Party members of the Ohio House of Representatives 1942 births Politicians from Akron, Ohio University of Akron alumni 21st-century American politicians