Martha Layne Collins: A Trailblazing Governor
Martha Layne Collins, Kentucky's first and only woman governor, passed away at 88. As a reporter, I covered her career, noting her reserved nature, which rarely served politicians well.
She was more ice than fire during her long tenure in the public eye.
Despite this, Collins won elections and led a successful administration from 1983 to 1987, with notable achievements, including bringing Toyota to Kentucky.
- Collins' tenure: 1983-1987
- Notable achievement: Attracting Toyota to Kentucky
Author's summary: Martha Layne Collins, a pioneering governor, left a lasting legacy in Kentucky's history.