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This resolution commends Dr. John "Johnny" Savage, a multifaceted individual who has dedicated his life to service across various domains. A dentist who graduated from Emory Dental School in 1959, Dr. Savage served in the United States Navy Dental Corps, including a notable assignment during Operation Deep Freeze in Antarctica, where a glacier was subsequently named in his honor. He was also a political figure, serving three terms in the Georgia House of Representatives and running as a Republican nominee for Lieutenant Governor in 1974. Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Savage is recognized for his mentorship, including playing a pivotal role in helping Otis "Jazzbo" Ikner become the first Black male dental hygienist in the United States, and for his personal acts of courage, such as saving a man from a sinking car. The resolution praises his lifelong commitment to his family, community, state, and nation, and officially commends him for his unselfish and dedicated service. The resolution also instructs the House of Representatives' Clerk to provide Dr. Savage with an official copy of the resolution, symbolically recognizing his remarkable contributions.

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71573