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Janet Kena Jackson (born May 11th, 1963) is an African-American politician and member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Superior's 1st district since January 3, 1995. A member of the Progressive Party, Janet served as an activist prior to her election and graduated from the University of Arkansas with a bachelor's in political science.

House of Representatives
During her tenure in the House of Representatives, Janet authored the Postal Banking Act for the 104th United States Congress and the Cyber Security, Saftey, and Protection Act for the 105th United States Congress, both of which were signed into law.

In November 1999, Janet announced she was not seeking re-election, but running for Governor of Superior in 2000, due to Bob Jone's term being limited by the Superior Consitution. Due to party pressures, as well as leadership elections, Janet eventually rescinded her candidacy for Governor and ran for her 4th term unopposed.

Supeprior Secretary of State
Janet has passed two annual budgets for her departments. Janet also reorganized the department, established an order of succession for the post, and eased voting access while Secretary of State.

Personal Life
Jackson became engaged to Barry Obamna, Jr. in February 1997. The engagement was dropped 3 months later.

Electoral History
House of Representatives

1994

1996

1998