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Newton Leroy "Newt" Gingrich (born June 17, 1943) is an American politician, historian, and author who served as the 50th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1995 to 1999. A member of the Republican Party, he represented Georgia's 6th congressional district from 1979 until his resignation in 1999.

Early Life and Education

Gingrich was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, and later received a Master of Arts and a Doctor of Philosophy in European history from Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Political Career

Gingrich was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1978. He played a key role in the Republican Revolution of the 1990s, which saw the Republicans gain control of the House for the first time in 40 years. As Speaker, Gingrich was a driving force behind the Contract with America, a legislative agenda that aimed to implement significant policy changes.

Speaker of the House

Gingrich served as Speaker from 1995 to 1999. During his tenure, he was instrumental in passing welfare reform and a capital gains tax cut. His leadership style was often polarizing, and he faced several ethics investigations. In 1998, following a poor showing by Republicans in the midterm elections, Gingrich announced his resignation from the House.

Post-Congressional Career

After leaving Congress, Gingrich remained active in public life as a political consultant, author, and commentator. He has written numerous books on politics, history, and public policy. Gingrich also ran for the Republican nomination for President of the United States in the 2012 election.

Personal Life

Gingrich has been married three times and has two children. His current wife, Callista Bisek, served as the United States Ambassador to the Holy See from 2017 to 2021.

Related Pages

• Republican Party (United States)
• Speaker of the United States House of Representatives
• Contract with America
• Republican Revolution
• Georgia's 6th congressional district
• 2012 Republican Party presidential primaries