Ron Kind
Ron Kind
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Ronald James "Ron" Kind is the commonly used name of this American politician.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on March 16, 1963 (still alive as of writing)
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: American
Profession:
Lawyer
Politician
Early Life and Background
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Ron Kind was born in Rochester, Minnesota. His father, James L. Kind, was a pediatrician, and his mother, Margaret "Peg" Kind, worked as a nurse. The family moved to Wisconsin when Ron was a child.
Kind's interest in politics started at an early age. He attended the University of Dallas for one year before transferring to Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, where he graduated with honors in 1986. Ron then went on to earn his law degree from Harvard Law School in 1990.
Major Accomplishments
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Ron Kind's entry into politics began when he served as the Dane County District Attorney for two years (1991-1993) before being elected to Congress in Wisconsin's Third Congressional District. He was first elected to Congress in 1996 and has been serving since then, making him one of the longest-serving members from Wisconsin.
During his tenure, Kind has held several committee positions, including:
House Committee on Ways and Means: Ranking Member
House Committee on Foreign Affairs: Chairman (from 2009 to 2011)
House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence
He has also been a strong advocate for various issues, such as healthcare reform, education, labor rights, and environmental protection.
Notable Works or Actions
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Some of Ron Kind's notable works and actions include:
Healthcare Reform: Ron was an active participant in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) negotiations. He played a key role in shaping the bill and ensuring its passage.
Trade Policy: As a member of the House Committee on Ways and Means, Ron has been involved in drafting trade policies that balance American business interests with labor standards and environmental concerns.
Disaster Relief: After Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans in 2005, Ron worked closely with colleagues to secure emergency funding for disaster relief efforts.
Impact and Legacy
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Throughout his career, Ron Kind has made a lasting impact on the lives of many Americans. His dedication to public service, commitment to progressive causes, and ability to work across party lines have earned him a reputation as a respected leader in Congress.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Ron Kind is widely quoted and remembered for his:
Strong Advocacy: He has consistently championed policies that promote fairness, equality, and social justice.
Collaborative Approach: Ron's ability to work with colleagues from both parties has helped pass significant legislation, such as the ACA.
* Long-Term Commitment: His dedication to public service is evident in his nearly three decades of continuous service in Congress.
Quotes by Ron Kind
In a time of serious budget deficits, immense war costs and a sluggish economy, we cannot afford to grant such outlandish subsidies to some of our Nation's largest corporations.
The single most important factor in determining America’s success in the 21st century will be maintaining our ability to be an innovative and creative society.
As founder and co-chair of the upper Mississippi River Congressional task force, I have long sought to preserve the river’s health and historical multiple uses, including as a natural waterway and a home to wildlife, for the benefit of future generations of Americans.
For as long as the power of America’s diversity is diminished by acts of discrimination and violence against people just because they are black, Hispanic, Asian, Jewish, Muslim or gay, we still must overcome.
In addition, the oil royalties the Federal Government does not collect from big oil will starve the Land and Water Conservation Fund of critical financial resources.
Right now, a majority of the debt is owed to foreign interests, Japan being the largest purchaser of government debt today, soon to be surpassed by China as the number one purchaser of our debt in this Nation.
In the coming year, I believe we can make sure America lives up to its legacy as a land of opportunity if the President is willing to back up his rhetoric with substance.
The key to any successful plan is buy-in from the public, and what this process has demonstrated is the importance of including citizens in formulating a consensus plan that preserves our beautiful refuge.
In fact, I have four of the technical schools in the Third Congressional District in western Wisconsin as well as many of their campus satellites.
