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Frank Grant Sawyer (December 14, 1918 – February 19, 1996) was an American politician. He was the 21st Governor of Nevada from 1959 to 1967. He was a member of the Democratic Party .
Feb 19, 1996 · GRANT SAWYER, the twenty-first governor of Nevada, was born in Twin Falls, Idaho, on December 14, 1918. His education was attained at the University of Nevada, where he graduated in 1941, and later he attended George Washington University, where he earned a law degree in 1947.
The Grant Sawyer Center for Justice Studies is named after former Nevada Governor Grant Sawyer who helped to establish equal rights and end segregation.
Governor Grant Sawyer began his administration in 1959 with a reorganization program designed to streamline services and increase government efficiency. He created the Gaming Control Board early in his administration. Between 1959 and 1965, Governor Sawyer used his power and influence to push the cause of civil rights.
Feb 21, 1996 · Grant Sawyer, 77, who as governor of Nevada from 1958 to 1966 championed equal rights and environmental standards. A progressive Democrat in a conservative state, Sawyer forced major...
Feb 7, 1999 · Grant Sawyer was "A Man For All Seasons" in Nevada. Like Thomas More, he stood up to royalty so resolutely that his head had to roll. Each was unfairly painted as serving corrupt interests he...
Grant has coached competitive youth soccer for 30 years, holding a leadership role for 20+. His unique ability to mold the student-athlete while developing their talent on the field has placed hundreds of players in collegiate soccer, with many going on to play professionally.
