Tom Sawyer

Tom Sawyer is an experienced Democratic politician representing Kansas House District 95, covering southwest Wichita. Born in Wichita in 1958 and a Wichita State University graduate with a BBA in Accounting, he was first elected to the House in 1986. He has served multiple terms (1987-1999, 2003-2009, and since 2013), holding significant leadership positions including House Democratic Leader and even Majority Leader—a rare achievement for a Democrat. A key policy focus for Sawyer is expanding healthcare access through the Affordable Healthcare for Kansans program, which aims to broaden Medicaid eligibility. He continues to advocate for Kansans, likely aiming to challenge the Republican supermajority in the state legislature.