Mickey Edwards

Mickey Edwards is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 5th district, serving from January 3, 1977, to January 3, 1993. He also held the position of Chair of the House Republican Policy Committee during the last four of those years. With a background in Journalism and Law, having earned a B.A. from the University of Oklahoma and a J.D. from Oklahoma City University School of Law, Edwards has been a regular commentator for NPR's All Things Considered and has penned columns for a range of leading newspapers.

Aside from his political career, Edwards has held several academic appointments, teaching at Harvard Kennedy School, Harvard Law School, and Princeton University, among others. In addition, he has been a visiting professor at Georgetown University. His academic contributions extend beyond teaching, having authored numerous books and articles on a variety of topics. His published books include "Reclaiming Conservatism," "The Parties Versus the People," and the co-authored "Congress: The First Branch." Edwards was one of the three founding trustees of The Heritage Foundation and served as the national chairman of the American Conservative Union.

Edwards' diverse experience includes his past service as Vice President of the Aspen Institute and Director of the Aspen Institute-Rodel Fellowships in Public Leadership. He has also graced many college campuses as a public speaker, including institutions such as Boston College, Tulane University, and the University of Notre Dame. Despite leaving the Republican Party in the wake of the storming of the United States Capitol, Edwards continues to be an influential voice in American politics, leveraging his vast experience in public service, academia, and journalism.