Recognized as one of the most prominent political figures of our time with a distinguished record of service, Bob Dole continues to make a difference in the lives of the American people. Known for his unconventional candor and prairie wit, Dole is a rare quality, especially in Washington. Dole’s insight and unique perspective on American politics is sought after on a daily business. As a renowned political commentator, a frequent guest on late night talk shows, star of two Super Bowl commercials and best selling author, Dole is part of the American landscape. In 2007, Dole served as Co-chair of the President’s Commission on the Care of America’s Returning Wounded Warriors, which offered groundbreaking recommendations on the management of care for our wounded and injured service members. Dole’s recent best-selling World War II memoir, One Soldier’s Story, chronicles his own harrowing experience on and off the battlefield and the lessons learned through his struggle to survive. One Soldier’s Story is a tribute to those who defended liberty in its darkest hour and his gift to future generations, a destined-to-be classic about overcoming adversity and making the most out of life. As Chairman of the National World War II Memorial, Dole led the nation in honoring the heroes of his generation and helped enshrine their legacy of sacrifice for freedom. Following the attacks of September 11, Dole joined forces with former rival President Bill Clinton to serve as Co-Chair of the Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund, assisting the educational needs of the families of the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and United Flight 93. In 2003, He served as Honorary Co-Chair of the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation, part of President Bush’s USA Freedom Corps. He has worked closely with former Democratic presidential candidate and former colleague, Senator George McGovern, on a global school lunch program and various other hunger and nutrition initiatives. As the Republican Presidential nominee in 1996, Dole offered himself to Americans as an honorable leader. In 1997, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom as a tribute to his character and contributions to the nation. Bob Dole was raised on the plains of western Kansas. This tough, common-sense conservative from America’s heartland accumulated political achievements second to none: in addition to becoming the Senate Majority Leader and candidate for President, he also served as Chairman of the powerful Senate Finance Committee, his party’s nominee for Vice President, a member of the House of Representatives, and Chairman of the Republican Party. He earned national acclaim for his leadership on behalf of the disadvantaged and Americans with disabilities, and for his mastery of foreign affairs. Senator Dole’s effectiveness as a consensus-builder and his commitment to deficit reduction and economic growth have earned him the admiration of Republicans, Independents and Democrats alike. On issue after issue, Senator Dole is a statesman who has made his mark. Titles Leadership & Values in the 21st Century Topics Politics/Patriotism, Leadership, Celebrity Click topic above to see more speakers on that topic Speaker's Asking Fee Range Please call us. Click on fee range to see more speakers. This is the starting keynote fee range - other programs may be higher. State DC Click on state above to see more speakers from that state. Fees The fee range quoted means the speaker's fee starts somewhere within that range. Note that speaker's fees are subject to change and some speakers may have special fee quotes.