Wendy Long
Wendy Long
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Wendy Eileen Long is a well-known American lawyer, politician, and conservative commentator.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on June 16, 1952.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Long is an American attorney and former Republican politician. She has also worked as a commentator and advocate for various conservative causes.
Early Life and Background
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Wendy Long was born in New York City to John Howard and Eileen Long. Her father served on the New York City Council from 1958 to 1961 and later became a United States district judge. This exposure to politics at a young age likely influenced her interest in law and public service.
Long received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Yale University in 1974, where she was an active member of the college's debate team and graduated magna cum laude. She went on to earn her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from New York University School of Law in 1980.
Major Accomplishments
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Long began her career as a litigation associate at the law firm of Davis, Polk & Wardwell before serving as a special assistant to the Attorney General of the United States during the Reagan administration. She later worked as a counsel for several prominent politicians and organizations, including Senator Al D'Amato.
In 1992, Long was appointed by President George H.W. Bush as a commissioner on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). In this role, she played a key part in shaping the country's consumer protection policies.
Notable Works or Actions
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Long has been an outspoken advocate for conservative causes and values. Some of her notable actions include:
Serving as a counsel to various Republican politicians and organizations, including Senator Al D'Amato
Working on several high-profile cases involving consumer protection and antitrust law
* Advocating for stricter regulations on government agencies and corporate practices
Impact and Legacy
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Long's impact on American politics and society is multifaceted. As a commissioner at the FTC, she helped establish important consumer protections that continue to shape the country's economic policies.
Her work as an advocate for conservative causes has also had a lasting effect on the national conversation around issues like regulatory reform and free markets.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Long is widely quoted and remembered due to her expertise in antitrust law and consumer protection. Her sharp intellect, strong convictions, and unwavering dedication to conservative principles have made her a respected figure in American politics.
Quotes by Wendy Long
I have been in private law practice in New York City, where my husband and I are raising our children.
It's a sacrifice for me. It's not really something I want to do. I don't love the idea of being a U.S. senator; I love the idea of being a mother.
The thing is that Chuck Schumer, for all his power and influence, is a pretty pathetic figure. You go around New York State, and people make jokes about him and talk about how he shows up at the New York State Fair and has a staffer carrying a big sign saying 'Come meet Chuck Schumer.'
We've always said a filibuster is not appropriate for judicial nominees. A filibuster is a legislative tool designed to extract compromises. A judicial nominee is a person. You can't take the arm or leg of a nominee.
Having been on the front lines of the confirmation battles involving Chief Justice Roberts and Justice Alito, I know firsthand what is at stake when the Senate exercises its 'advise and consent' power over federal judges.
As New York's United States Senator, I promise to reinstate the Moynihan 'Fisc Report' and work every day to address the imbalance of payments, first by focusing on reducing the amount of taxes we send to Washington, and second, by ensuring that funding formulas don't disadvantage New York.
