Lynne Cheney

Date of Birth: August 14, 1941

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Lynne Ann Cheney, born Lynne Ann Vincent, is an American author, scholar, and former talk show host. She was born on August 14, 1941, in Casper, Wyoming. Lynne Cheney is perhaps best known for her role as the Second Lady of the United States from 2001 to 2009, during her husband Dick Cheney’s tenure as Vice President under President George W. Bush. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from Colorado College, her Master of Arts degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder, and her Ph.D. in 19th-century British literature from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Lynne Cheney has had a prolific career as an author, writing several books, including children’s books and works on American history. Notable titles include “We the People: The Story of Our Constitution” and “James Madison: A Life Reconsidered.” In addition to her writing, she served as the chair of the National Endowment for the Humanities from 1986 to 1993. Her work has been influential in promoting American history and literature education.

5 Interesting Facts about Lynne Cheney

1. Lynne Cheney was a co-host on the CNN program “Crossfire” in the 1990s.

2. She has been a staunch advocate for education reform, particularly in the areas of history and literature.

3. Cheney has written more than a dozen books, spanning genres from children’s literature to in-depth historical biographies.

4. She was an outspoken critic of political correctness in American universities, particularly during her tenure at the National Endowment for the Humanities.

5. Lynne Cheney has been awarded honorary degrees from several institutions, including Colorado College and the University of Wyoming.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Lynne Cheney

1. “The proper role of government is to protect individual rights, not to create a government that controls people’s lives.”

2. “History is more than the path left by the past. It influences the present and can shape the future.”

3. “Education is not just about going to school and getting a degree. It’s about widening your knowledge and absorbing the truth about life.”

4. “We need to teach our children the great story of America, which is that liberty and justice are the heritage of all.”

5. “Books are the carriers of civilization. Without books, history is silent, literature dumb, science crippled, thought and speculation at a standstill.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of her career, Lynne Cheney’s highest net worth was estimated to be around $100 million, largely due to her successful writing career and her husband’s business ventures.

Children

Lynne Cheney and her husband Dick Cheney have two daughters: 1. Elizabeth “Liz” Cheney, born July 28, 1966, is an attorney and politician who served as the U.S. Representative for Wyoming’s at-large congressional district from 2017 until 2023. 2. Mary Cheney, born March 14, 1969, is a public relations professional and political consultant who has been involved in numerous political campaigns.