born 1943
Newt Gingrich is an American politician, historian, and author, best known for serving as the 51st Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1995 to 1999. A key figure in the Republican Party, he played a pivotal role in the "Contract with America," which helped the GOP gain control of Congress in the 1994 elections. In addition to his political career, Gingrich has been involved in various media and academic endeavors, including writing numerous books on politics and history.