Edwin E. Grant (August 2, 1887 – August 23, 1966) was an American politician who served in the

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as a state Senator of the 19th District, representing

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. In 1914 he was the subject of the second successful

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attempt in California history, in which he was replaced by Ed Wolfe. Grant's recall was sparked by his cosponsorship of the Red Light Abatement Act, legislation purportedly aimed at curbing prostitution, a stance at odds with constituents in a San Francisco

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he represented. Wolfe, who had previously run against Grant in 1912 and lost by just 95 votes, was elected with 53 percent voting for recall. Grant lost by a margin of three-to-one in San Francisco's vice and financial districts.

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Place of birth missing Place of death missing 20th-century American politicians 1887 births 1966 deaths Democratic Party California state senators Recalled state legislators of the United States {{california-CASenate-stub