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[[File:Ed_Rendell.jpg|thumb|Ed Rendell]] {{short description|American politician}}
 
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| name = Ed Rendell
| name = Ed Rendell
| image = Ed Rendell 2010.jpg
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| caption = Rendell in 2010
| caption = Ed Rendell in 2008
| order1 = 45th
| office1 = Governor of Pennsylvania
| term_start1 = January 21, 2003
| term_end1 = January 18, 2011
| lieutenant1 = [[Catherine Baker Knoll]]
| predecessor1 = [[Mark Schweiker]]
| successor1 = [[Tom Corbett]]
| order2 = 96th
| office2 = Mayor of Philadelphia
| term_start2 = January 6, 1992
| term_end2 = January 3, 2000
| predecessor2 = [[Wilson Goode]]
| successor2 = [[John F. Street]]
| office3 = Chair of the [[Democratic National Committee]]
| term_start3 = January 21, 1999
| term_end3 = February 3, 2001
| predecessor3 = [[Steve Grossman (politician)|Steve Grossman]]
| successor3 = [[Terry McAuliffe]]
| birth_name = Edward Gene Rendell
| birth_name = Edward Gene Rendell
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1944|1|5}}
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1944|1|5}}
| birth_place = [[New York City]], [[New York (state)|New York]], U.S.
| birth_place = [[New York City]], [[New York (state)|New York]], U.S.
| party = [[Democratic Party (United States)|Democratic]]
| nationality = [[American]]
| spouse = [[Marjorie Rendell]] (m. 1971; div. 2016)
| alma_mater = [[University of Pennsylvania]]<br>[[Villanova University School of Law]]
| children = 1
| occupation = [[Politician]], [[lawyer]]
| education = [[University of Pennsylvania]] (BA)
| known_for = 45th [[Governor of Pennsylvania]]
| alma_mater = [[Villanova University School of Law]] (JD)
| profession = [[Lawyer]], [[politician]]
| signature = Ed Rendell Signature.svg
| serviceyears = 1968–1974
| rank = [[Second Lieutenant]]
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'''Edward Gene Rendell''' (born January 5, 1944) is an American lawyer, politician, and author. He served as the 45th [[Governor of Pennsylvania]] from 2003 to 2011. A member of the [[Democratic Party (United States)|Democratic Party]], he was the 96th [[Mayor of Philadelphia]] from 1992 to 2000.
'''Edward Gene Rendell''' (born January 5, 1944) is an [[American]] [[lawyer]], [[politician]], and author. He served as the 45th [[Governor of Pennsylvania]] from 2003 to 2011. Prior to his governorship, Rendell was the [[Mayor of Philadelphia]] from 1992 to 2000 and the [[District Attorney of Philadelphia]] from 1978 to 1986.


==Early life and education==
== Early life and education ==
Rendell was born in [[New York City]], [[New York (state)|New York]]. He attended the [[University of Pennsylvania]], where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He later received a Juris Doctor from the [[Villanova University School of Law]].
Rendell was born in [[New York City]] to [[Jewish]] parents. He attended the [[University of Pennsylvania]], where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He then went on to receive a Juris Doctor from the [[Villanova University School of Law]].


==Political career==
== Political career ==
===Mayor of Philadelphia===
=== District Attorney of Philadelphia ===
Rendell served as the [[Mayor of Philadelphia]] from 1992 to 2000. During his tenure, he was credited with revitalizing the city's economy and reducing crime rates. His efforts in urban development and fiscal management earned him national recognition.
Rendell served as the [[District Attorney of Philadelphia]] from 1978 to 1986. During his tenure, he was known for his tough stance on crime and efforts to improve the efficiency of the district attorney's office.


===Governor of Pennsylvania===
=== Mayor of Philadelphia ===
Rendell was elected as the [[Governor of Pennsylvania]] in 2002 and re-elected in 2006. His administration focused on education reform, economic development, and environmental protection. He implemented policies to improve the state's infrastructure and expand healthcare access.
In 1991, Rendell was elected [[Mayor of Philadelphia]]. He served two terms from 1992 to 2000. As mayor, he was credited with revitalizing the city's economy and improving its fiscal health.


===Chair of the Democratic National Committee===
=== Governor of Pennsylvania ===
From 1999 to 2001, Rendell served as the Chair of the [[Democratic National Committee]]. In this role, he worked to strengthen the party's organizational structure and fundraising efforts.
Rendell was elected [[Governor of Pennsylvania]] in 2002 and served two terms from 2003 to 2011. His administration focused on education reform, economic development, and infrastructure improvement.


==Post-political career==
== Post-political career ==
After leaving office, Rendell has been active as a political commentator and author. He has also served on various boards and engaged in public speaking.
After leaving office, Rendell has been active as a political commentator and author. He has also served on various boards and engaged in public speaking.


==Personal life==
== Personal life ==
Rendell was married to [[Marjorie Rendell]], a federal judge, from 1971 until their divorce in 2016. They have one child together.
Rendell was married to [[Midge Rendell]], a federal judge, from 1971 until their separation in 2011. They have one son, Jesse.
 
==Military service==
Rendell served in the [[United States Army]] Reserve from 1968 to 1974, achieving the rank of [[Second Lieutenant]].
 
==Publications==
Rendell has authored several books on politics and governance, sharing his insights and experiences from his time in public office.


==See also==
== See also ==
* [[List of governors of Pennsylvania]]
* [[List of governors of Pennsylvania]]
* [[List of mayors of Philadelphia]]
* [[List of mayors of Philadelphia]]
* [[Democratic National Committee]]


==References==
== References ==
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==External links==
== External links ==
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* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Ed_Rendell Ed Rendell on WikiMD]
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Revision as of 21:38, 27 December 2024


Edward Gene Rendell (born January 5, 1944) is an American lawyer, politician, and author. He served as the 45th Governor of Pennsylvania from 2003 to 2011. Prior to his governorship, Rendell was the Mayor of Philadelphia from 1992 to 2000 and the District Attorney of Philadelphia from 1978 to 1986.

Early life and education

Rendell was born in New York City to Jewish parents. He attended the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He then went on to receive a Juris Doctor from the Villanova University School of Law.

Political career

District Attorney of Philadelphia

Rendell served as the District Attorney of Philadelphia from 1978 to 1986. During his tenure, he was known for his tough stance on crime and efforts to improve the efficiency of the district attorney's office.

Mayor of Philadelphia

In 1991, Rendell was elected Mayor of Philadelphia. He served two terms from 1992 to 2000. As mayor, he was credited with revitalizing the city's economy and improving its fiscal health.

Governor of Pennsylvania

Rendell was elected Governor of Pennsylvania in 2002 and served two terms from 2003 to 2011. His administration focused on education reform, economic development, and infrastructure improvement.

Post-political career

After leaving office, Rendell has been active as a political commentator and author. He has also served on various boards and engaged in public speaking.

Personal life

Rendell was married to Midge Rendell, a federal judge, from 1971 until their separation in 2011. They have one son, Jesse.

See also

References

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External links

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