Tom Sawyer

"Democratic incumbent Tom Sawyer is the clear pick in this west Wichita district, for his vast experience and consensus-building skills..." -2006 Wichita Eagle Editorial Endorsement 10/26/06

"Some play politics, but I'm not like that, Sawyer says, and his record in the legislature backs that up." -Wichita Eagle Editorial endorsement 10/25/2002

"Mr. Sawyer, a Wichita accountant, is the sort of citizen advocate you'd like to see in every race at every level of government.  He is a quick mind.  He's informed and opinionated.  He comes up with good ideas, then sticks with them.  He's also a nice guy with an engaging enthusiasm and respect for public service."  -Wichita Eagle Editorial,  1998

"Democratic incumbent Rep. Tom Sawyer is the clear choice...He is an experienced lawmaker and excellent advocate for Wichita."  -Wichita Eagle Editorial Endorsement 10/21/04

"Tom Sawyer is a class act.  He deserves our thanks." - Hutchinson News Editorial 1998

"...Mr. Sawyer was minority leader of the Kansas House before resigning in 1998 to run for governor against Bill Graves.  While he was in leadership, some party members grumbled that he wasn't partisan enough.  But that is what made him so effective.  And since returning to the Legislature two years ago, he has continued to reach across the aisle to get things done."  -Wichita Eagle Editorial 10/21/04