Dan Quayle

Description: (Former Vice President of the United States)

Dan Quayle was the 44th Vice President of the United States of America, under the presidency of George H.W. Bush. He also served in the House of Representatives and the Senate. After finishing his schooling and earning a law degree, he served in the Indiana Army National Guard. He was eventually offered a Juris Doctor degree and was also promoted to the rank of sergeant. He then dabbled with a number of high-paying jobs including an investigator with the Consumer Protection Division of the Office of the Indiana Attorney General, and then as the associate publisher of his family publication, the ‘Huntington Herald-Press’. His political career started with his election to the House of Representatives, where he served two terms. Thereafter, he served two terms in the Senate. As the vice president of America, he travelled across the world on a number of goodwill assignments, but was severely ridiculed for various oral slip-ups. In the new millennium, he canvassed for the Republican nomination for President, but withdrew from the campaign and supported the candidature of George W. Bush. He has also authored two books, ‘A Vice-Presidential Memoir’ and ‘The American Family: Discovering the Values That Makes Us Strong’.

Overview

Birthday February 4, 1947 (Aquarius)
Alternative names James Danforth Quayle
Height 183 cm
City Indianapolis, Indiana
Spouse/Ex- Marilyn Quayle
Parents James Cline Quayle
Martha Corinne
Children Ben Quayle, Corinne Quayle, Tucker Quayle

Did you know

What is Dan Quayle known for? Dan Quayle is known for serving as the 44th Vice President of the United States under President George H. W. Bush from 1989 to 1993.
Why was Dan Quayle controversial? Dan Quayle was controversial for his public gaffes and perceived lack of experience during his time as Vice President.
What political party does Dan Quayle belong to? Dan Quayle is a member of the Republican Party.
Did Dan Quayle serve in the military? No, Dan Quayle did not serve in the military during his career.
What are some notable events during Dan Quayle's vice presidency? Some notable events during Dan Quayle's vice presidency include the Persian Gulf War and the dissolution of the Soviet Union.
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