Civil Rights director dies of cancer

Gov. Granholm has issued a statement following the death of Kelvin Scott, director of the Michigan Department of Civil Rights. Scott, 47, died of cancer on Saturday, Feb. 20. ''The people of Michigan have lost a great public servant, and the cause of civil rights has lost a great champion with the passing of Kelvin Scott," Granholm said. "As my appointee to the Michigan Civil Rights Commission, and more recently as the director of the Michigan Department of Civil Rights, Kelvin stood tall for diversity and equal opportunity. "Kelvin was smart, dedicated, and fought hard to protect those who were unable to protect themselves. Our state is a better place because of his outstanding public service. "My heart goes out to his family and to all those who had the privilege of working with him. He will be sorely missed by each and every one of us.'' Granholm appointed Scott to the rights commission in 2004. He was named the civil rights agency's director last year. Consistent with EO 2006-10, the governor has ordered the flags at all state buildings and facilities be lowered through the day of Scott's interment. Scott had previously served as an assistant U.S. attorney in Michigan's Eastern District. He earned his law degree from Georgetown University Law Center and his bachelor's degree from Michigan State University. The state Department of Civil Rights says Scott is survived by his wife Ursula Henry and his parents. Published: Mon, Mar 1, 2010

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