John W. Adams (Kentucky politician)
John Adams | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Kentucky House of Representatives from the 8th district | |
| In office January 1, 1997 – January 1, 2005 | |
| Preceded by | Ramsey Morris |
| Succeeded by | James R. Carr |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 29, 1936 |
| Died | August 18, 2011 (aged 75) |
| Political party | Democratic |
John William Adams (June 29, 1936 – August 18, 2011) was an American politician from Kentucky who was a member of the Kentucky House of Representatives from 1997 to 2005. Adams was first elected in 1996 when incumbent representative Ramsey Morris retired to run for Kentucky's 1st congressional district.[1] Adams was defeated for renomination by James R. Carr in 2004.[2]
Adams died on August 18, 2011.[3]
References
- ^ "Lawmaker enters 1st district race". The Lexington Herald-Leader. January 10, 1996. p. B3.
- ^ "Incumbents hold on in state house". The Lexington Herald-Leader. May 19, 2004. p. A12.
- ^ "John Adams Obituary". Legacy.com. Retrieved June 3, 2025.