Education
The University of Akron.
The University of Akron.
A former educator and school superintendent, Williams moved to politics after a long career in the Akron City School System. 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.
By 2008, Democrats were on the verge of taking over the majority in the Two years later, Republicans took control by ousting thirteen Democrats, including Williams. In an overwhelmingly Republican year, Slaby defeated Williams.
Following his defeat, Williams retired.