Representative Ron Paul

Ron Paul served as a Representative from Texas in the United States Congress from 1975 to 2013. A member of the Republican Party, Ron Paul contributed to the legislative process during 12 terms in office.

Ron Paul’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, Ron Paul participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Ron Paul is an American author, activist, and retired politician who served in the House of Representatives for 12 non-consecutive terms and ran for President of the United States on three occasions. His political views are generally described as libertarian, but have also been labeled conservative. Paul’s nickname “Dr. No” reflects both his medical degree and his assertion that he will “never vote for legislation unless the proposed measure is expressly authorized by the Constitution”. This position has frequently resulted in Paul casting the sole “no” vote against proposed legislation. In one 2007 speech, he said he believes that “the proper role for government in America is to provide national defense, a court system for civil disputes, a criminal justice system for acts of force and fraud, and little else.”