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(Politician) John Bruton, an Irish Fine Gael politician, had a distinguished government career. He served as Taoiseach from 1994 to 1997 and Leader of Fine Gael from 1990 to 2001. While in office, he held ministerial positions, including minister for finance. Additionally, he served as Leader of the Opposition twice. Post-politics, he took on the role of European Union Ambassador to the United States, serving from 2004 to 2009.