LOCAL · MI · 1969-1982
William Lucas
Sheriff · Wayne County · Democrat · Michigan
NOTABLE
On the record
Switched D→R; 1986 GOP MI Gov nominee — first Black GOP gubernatorial nominee
Background
William Lucas occupied the Sheriff · Wayne County of Wayne County office in Michigan for 13 years (1969–1982). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Roman Gribbs; succeeded by Robert Ficano. Note: Switched D→R; 1986 GOP MI Gov nominee — first Black GOP gubernatorial nominee. Same-year political environment (1969): Governor William Milliken; Attorney General Frank Kelley.
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Others who held this office in Michigan
- Raphael Washington (2021-present)
- Benny Napoleon (2009-2020)
- Warren Evans (2003-2009)
- Robert Ficano (1983-2002)
- Robert Ficano (1983-2002)
- Roman Gribbs (1968-1969)
- Peter L. Buback (1957-1965)
- Andrew C. Baird (1948-1957)