Franklin J. Gutierrez

Franklin J. Gutierrez (born November 13, 1948) is a Guamanian Democratic politician who served senator in the legislature of Guam for 3 consecutive terms and also served as the vice speaker from 1987 to 1989.

Early life Gutierrez was born to Tomas Taitano Gutierrez and Rita Toves Benavente Cruz and was raised in Agana Heights. One of his ten siblings is former Governor Carl T.C. Gutierrez.

Guam Legislature Gutierrez first ran for senator in 1982. Placing 8th in the Democratic primary, he advanced to the general election. Gutierrez placed 9th in the general election, winning a seat in the 17th Guam Legislature. 1984 18th Guam Legislature 13 (6,480) 14 (13,210) Elected 1986 19th Guam Legislature 11 (8,192) 11 (16,073) Elected 1988 20th Guam Legislature 15 (6,462) 27 (13,782) Not elected 1990 21st Guam Legislature 15 (7,700) 27 (14,153) Not elected 1992 22nd Guam Legislature No primary election 27 (12,905) Not elected

Leadership Gutierrez served as Vice Speaker of the Guam Legislature from 1987-1989 during the 19th Guam Legislature.