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Ed Rendell

Ed Rendell

Keynote Speaker: Former Governor of Pennsylvania; NBC News Political Analyst & Author

Ed Rendell Biography

With over 30 years of public service, including 24 years as an elected official, Ed Rendell continues to pursue many of the same issues he was passionate about while serving as two term Governor of Pennsylvania (2003-2011) and Mayor of Philadelphia (1992-2000).

During his time as Governor, he committed to making America a cleaner, more efficient place and fostered investment in our nation’s infrastructure while overseeing a budget of $28.3 billion. He demanded more responsibility of the government and encouraged them to be more responsive to the public’s needs, all while successfully cutting wasteful spending and improving efficiency leading to savings of over $1 billion. His legislative agenda focused on commonsense political reform and putting progress ahead of partisanship in an effort to revitalize communities, improve education, protect the environment, expand access to health care to all children and much more.

During his two terms as Mayor of Philadelphia, Rendell eliminated a crippling deficit, balanced the City’s budget, and generated five consecutive budget surpluses.

In 2012, Rendell published his first book "A Nation of Wusses: How America's Leaders Lost the Guts to Make Us Great."

He has continued to advocate for a better America as a political analyst on NBC and MSNBC where he provides his trademark straightforwardness and colorful analysis of everyday issues.

Prior to serving as Mayor, Rendell was elected District Attorney of Philadelphia for two terms from 1978 through 1985, and served as Chairman of the Democratic National Committee during the 2000 Presidential election.

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Ed Rendell Speaking Topics

A Nation of Wusses: How America's Leaders Lost the Guts to Make Us Great

Perhaps no other issue has been and continues to be as important to Governor Rendell as America's dire need to rebuild and reinvest in its infrastructure. As Governor, Rendell worked with Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to create an organization called "Building America's Future." The organization focuses on the need for a more significant investment in American infrastructure projects to ensure that America maintains its place as a global economic power. Governor Rendell currently serves as Co-Chair of the organization and travels throughout the country speaking about this issue.

He is also an NBC News political analyst, providing his trademark straightforward and colorful analysis on both NBC News and its sister cable channel, MSNBC.

His book "A Nation of Wusses: How America's Leaders Lost the Guts to Make Us Great" was released in June 2012.

Education: What We Can (and Must) Do To Get Back on Track

In EDUCATION:

  • Student achievement rose at every grade level and in every subject

  • Pennsylvania became a national leader in early childhood investment

Can American Revive Its Economy, Cut Its Deficit, Reduce Its Tax Burden and Invest In Growth-All At the Same Time

Regarding TAXES AND JOBS, his accomplishments include:

  • Providing urgently needed property tax relief to homeowners

  • Saving taxpayers nearly $800 million in the first year of a statewide property tax relief from gaming revenues

  • Investing more than $2.8 billion to create new jobs, keeping Pennsylvania's unemployment rate lower than the national average

  • Raising the minimum wage for the first time in a decade

The American Infrastructure: Can It Be Revitalized In the Current Political Climate?

Energy: The Key to America's Future-Can We Kiss OPEC Goodbye?

Ed Rendell Videos

Former PA Gov. Ed Rendell on Sanders Candidacy
Democrats Must Legislate Rather Than Just Investigate
Ed Rendell Iranian Gathering Paris 2013

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What topics does Ed Rendell speak about?

Ed Rendell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Government, Liberal, Political, Faith & Religion, College, Commencement, Business Leadership, Publishing, Environment, Science, Energy, Finance, Sustainability, Business, Entertainers, Television & Film, Celebrity, Medicine and Jewish Heritage.

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Ed Rendell generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Ed Rendell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Government, Liberal and Political. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Ed Rendell generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Robert Reich, Barbara Boxer and Peter Orszag. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ed Rendell for an upcoming event.

Ed Rendell Speaking Topics

  • A Nation of Wusses: How America's Leaders Lost the Guts to Make Us Great

    Perhaps no other issue has been and continues to be as important to Governor Rendell as America's dire need to rebuild and reinvest in its infrastructure. As Governor, Rendell worked with Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to create an organization called "Building America's Future." The organization focuses on the need for a more significant investment in American infrastructure projects to ensure that America maintains its place as a global economic power. Governor Rendell currently serves as Co-Chair of the organization and travels throughout the country speaking about this issue.

    He is also an NBC News political analyst, providing his trademark straightforward and colorful analysis on both NBC News and its sister cable channel, MSNBC.

    His book "A Nation of Wusses: How America's Leaders Lost the Guts to Make Us Great" was released in June 2012.

  • Education: What We Can (and Must) Do To Get Back on Track

    In EDUCATION:

    • Student achievement rose at every grade level and in every subject

    • Pennsylvania became a national leader in early childhood investment

  • Can American Revive Its Economy, Cut Its Deficit, Reduce Its Tax Burden and Invest In Growth-All At the Same Time

    Regarding TAXES AND JOBS, his accomplishments include:

    • Providing urgently needed property tax relief to homeowners

    • Saving taxpayers nearly $800 million in the first year of a statewide property tax relief from gaming revenues

    • Investing more than $2.8 billion to create new jobs, keeping Pennsylvania's unemployment rate lower than the national average

    • Raising the minimum wage for the first time in a decade

  • The American Infrastructure: Can It Be Revitalized In the Current Political Climate?

  • Energy: The Key to America's Future-Can We Kiss OPEC Goodbye?

Ed Rendell Videos

Former PA Gov. Ed Rendell on Sanders Candidacy
Democrats Must Legislate Rather Than Just Investigate
Ed Rendell Iranian Gathering Paris 2013
Ed Rendell Says Obama Did `Right Thing' on Tax Plan
Gov. Ed Rendell on HARDBALL

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