All members of legislature are influential. In fact, they are some of the most influential people in the nation. However, it is obvious that certain legislators have had a greater impact on society than others. I feel that Newt Gingrich has had a greater impact in congress that any other member. When Newt was still a child, his father was a soldier. This inspired him to serve his life for the well being of his …showed first 75 words of 584 total…

…showed last 75 words of 584 total…agency who’s Secretary would serve on the Cabinet level. President George W. Bush created that position and named Gov. Tom Ridge as the first person to fill it. The most important reason why he was an influential member of legislature is because he helped Republican challengers win election, and helped the incumbents protect their seats. He had their attention. Then he spearheaded the Contract With America that helped sweep him and Republicans into power.