Kenny Guinn Quotes

United States, Businessman
August 24, 1936 – July, 22, 2010.

Kenneth Carroll "Kenny" Guinn (August 24, 1936 – July 22, 2010), was an American businessman and politician who served as the 27th Governor of Nevada from 1999 to 2007. Originally a Democrat, he later joined the Republican Party prior to being elected governor.

Also known as Politician

As I said in my state of the state address, we can no longer rely on gaming and sales taxes to pay our way. Indian gaming next door in California is eroding our major industry in Nevada.

Kenny Guinn
- Door
- California
- Sales
Nevada once again has shown double digit increases in tax revenue... Nevada continues to show economic stability with its desirable business climate and booming tourism sector.

Kenny Guinn
- Business

Make no mistake about it: Next to parents and families, our teachers are the most important influence in our children's lives.

Kenny Guinn
Gaming is the backbone of Nevada's economy.

Kenny Guinn
There is something permanent, and something extremely profound, in owning a home.

Kenny Guinn
- Home
- Profound
Education isn't part of my agenda, it is my agenda.

Kenny Guinn
- Education
I believe the best service to the child is the service closest to the child, and children who are victims of neglect, abuse, or abandonment must not also be victims of bureaucracy. They deserve our devoted attention, not our divided attention.

Kenny Guinn