RonPaul - Ron Paul
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Ron Paul is a former American politician and physician who has left an indelible mark on both the political and economic discourse in the United States. Here's a rundown of his notable affiliations and accomplishments:
- United States House of Representatives: Representative from Texas's 22nd District (1976-1977), Representative from Texas's 14th District (1979-1985), Representative from Texas's 14th District (1997-2013)
- Libertarian Party: Presidential Nominee (1988)
- Republican Party: Presidential Candidate (2008, 2012)
Throughout his political career, Ron Paul has been a staunch advocate for libertarian principles, emphasizing:
- Non-interventionist foreign policy
- Reduction of government spending
- Protection of civil liberties
- Free-market economics
He has authored several influential books that outline his economic and political philosophies:
- The Revolution: A Manifesto (2008)
- End the Fed (2009)
- Liberty Defined: 50 Essential Issues That Affect Our Freedom (2011)
- The School Revolution: A New Answer for Our Broken Education System (2013)
Notable accomplishments and awards include:
- The Thomas Jefferson Award from the International Society for Individual Liberty (1999)
- The Ludwig von Mises Institute's Lifetime Achievement Award (2010)
- His consistent ratings by the National Taxpayers Union as one of Congress's most fiscally conservative members
