1906 - 1992
S. I. Hayakawa was a Canadian-born American linguist, semanticist, and politician, known for his work in the fields of language and communication. He served as a United States Senator from California from 1977 to 1983 and was recognized for his advocacy of linguistic clarity and understanding. Additionally, Hayakawa authored several influential books on language and meaning, including "Language in Thought and Action."