Bob Livingston

Date of Birth: April 30, 1943

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

Robert Linlithgow Livingston Jr., commonly known as Bob Livingston, is an American politician and lobbyist who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1977 to 1999. Born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, Livingston is a member of the Republican Party and represented Louisiana’s 1st congressional district. He rose to prominence during his tenure in the House, notably serving as the chairman of the House Appropriations Committee from 1995 to 1999. In December 1998, he was selected as Speaker-designate of the House to succeed Newt Gingrich but resigned from Congress following revelations of an extramarital affair. After leaving Congress, Livingston founded The Livingston Group, a lobbying firm based in Washington, D.C. He has remained active in political circles and lobbying activities since then.

5 Interesting Facts about Bob Livingston

1. Bob Livingston was a JAG (Judge Advocate General) officer in the U.S. Navy before entering politics.

2. He was originally a Democrat but switched to the Republican Party in the early 1970s.

3. Livingston played a key role in securing federal funding for the restoration of New Orleans’ infrastructure.

4. He was instrumental in negotiating the budget agreements that led to the balanced federal budgets of the late 1990s.

5. Livingston’s resignation from Congress was announced on the same day the House of Representatives impeached President Bill Clinton.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bob Livingston

1. “The House must demonstrate that we are worthy of the public trust.”

2. “I have on occasion strayed from my marriage.”

3. “We must continue to fight for good, honest, and transparent government.”

4. “The strength of America lies in its people and its principles.”

5. “In public service, we must hold ourselves to the highest standards.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, Bob Livingston’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million, largely due to his successful lobbying firm, The Livingston Group.