Date of Birth: November 25, 1957
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Date of Death: (As of the knowledge cutoff in October 2023, Bob Ehrlich is alive.)
Biography
Robert “Bob” Ehrlich, born Robert Leroy Ehrlich Jr., is an American politician and former governor of Maryland. Ehrlich was born in Arbutus, Maryland, and grew up in a working-class family. He attended Gilman School in Baltimore, where he excelled academically and athletically, earning a football scholarship to Princeton University. After graduating from Princeton in 1979 with a degree in political science, Ehrlich went on to earn a law degree from Wake Forest University School of Law in 1982. Ehrlich began his political career in the Maryland House of Delegates, where he served from 1987 to 1995. He then represented Maryland’s 2nd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1995 to 2003. In 2002, Ehrlich was elected the 60th governor of Maryland, serving from 2003 to 2007. During his tenure as governor, Ehrlich focused on issues such as education reform, transportation infrastructure, and fiscal responsibility. He was known for his bipartisan approach and efforts to modernize Maryland’s economy. After his term as governor, Ehrlich returned to private law practice and remained active in politics, including an unsuccessful bid to regain the governorship in 2010. Ehrlich has authored several books and continues to be a prominent figure in Maryland politics and public policy.
5 Interesting Facts about Bob Ehrlich
1. Bob Ehrlich was the first Republican to be elected governor of Maryland in 36 years.
2. He played linebacker for Princeton University’s football team and was known for his tenacity on the field.
3. Ehrlich authored the book “Turn This Car Around: The Roadmap to Restoring America” in 2011.
4. During his governorship, he successfully passed legislation to legalize slot machine gambling in Maryland.
5. Ehrlich has worked as a senior counsel at the law firm King & Spalding since leaving office.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bob Ehrlich
1. “Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.”
2. “Our goal was always to build a better, stronger Maryland for all our citizens.”
3. “True progress is measured not by words but by deeds.”
4. “Bipartisanship is not an option; it’s a necessity for effective governance.”
5. “Public service is a noble calling, and it requires a commitment to the greater good.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Bob Ehrlich’s highest net worth has been estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
Bob Ehrlich has two children with his wife, Kendel Sibiski Ehrlich: 1. Drew Ehrlich 2. Joshua Taylor Ehrlich
Relevant Links
1. [Wikipedia – Bob Ehrlich](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Ehrlich
3. [Bob Ehrlich’s Official Website](http://www.bobehrlich.com/
5. [Bob Ehrlich’s Profile on King & Spalding](https://www.kslaw.com/people/robert-ehrlich
