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  Sen. Johnson On Road To Recovery; South Dakota Senator Issues First Statement, Photos Since Suffering Brain Hemorrhage In December
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Last EditedBrandonius Maximus  Mar 13, 2007 07:28pm
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News DateWednesday, March 14, 2007 01:00:00 AM UTC0:0
Description(AP) Sen. Tim Johnson issued his first public statement Tuesday since suffering a life-threatening brain hemorrhage three months ago, and his office released the first photos of the Democratic senator since he became ill.

“I want to thank the people of South Dakota and all of our dear friends for their support and prayers,” Johnson said in a statement released by his office. “This has been an unexpected journey and there is a long road in front of me. I am determined and focused on my recovery, and I look forward to returning to the Senate on behalf of South Dakota.”

Johnson's illness and ensuing absence from the Senate have highlighted his party's tenuous one-seat advantage in the chamber. He has been recovering at a private rehabilitation facility since leaving George Washington University Hospital last month. Johnson's office has said his recovery is expected to take several months, though he has been doing some work from his bed.
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