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A Fireside Chat with Speaker McCarthy
55th Speaker of the House KEVIN MCCARTHY reflects on his decade and a half in public office, sharing stories of his time in both state and federal leadership.
The “Happy Warrior” Leadership Mindset
Described by the New York Times as a “happy warrior,” 55th Speaker of the House KEVIN MCCARTHY sees leadership not only as a position but also a mindset. McCarthy breaks down the hallmarks of a happy warrior in this engaging conversation, connecting his experiences in government to leadership of any kind, from the classroom to the boardroom.
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Kevin McCarthy launches tech and innovation institute
55th Speaker of the House KEVIN MCCARTHY is tapping into his 17 years of Congressional experience regarding innovation policy to help America win a “technological space race” with his ALFA Institute. In an open letter announcing ALFA, McCarthy stated, “We aim to encourage the regulatory and legislative landscape necessary for these technologies to flourish…I firmly believe that we stand on the precipice of the next great chapter of the American story—one that better aligns the ingenuity of the private sector with our long-term national interests.”
To better understand how your organization can ride this wave of innovation, as explained by Speaker McCarthy himself, reach out today!
Washington insider Kevin McCarthy believes in bipartisan collaboration
55th Speaker of the House KEVIN MCCARTHY is an effective collaborator across the aisle. While he built a Republican majority in Congress, his efforts only built towards the goal of a more cohesive government. He uplifted his own party while protecting the full faith and credit of the United States, keeping our government open, and making sure our troops were paid. He also refocused Congress on America’s long-term challenges by creating the first-ever Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party. McCarthy’s first commitment in office is to do the right thing. In his farewell address, McCarthy said, “If there's advice I can give: Do not be fearful if you believe your philosophy brings people more freedom.”
The future of Kevin McCarthy’s GOP
Career Republican KEVIN MCCARTHY is hopeful for the future of the GOP. He often recounts his rejection for an internship with a congressional seat he was eventually elected to, citing his experience as uniquely American. He told ABC News, “I got elected to that seat I couldn't get an internship for, and I got to be the 55th speaker of the House. Tell me any other country is that possible in.”
McCarthy’s endless political optimism extends not only to himself but also to the state of his party. McCarthy personally recruited and actively supported commonsense candidates for office who have helped reshape the Republican Party – several of whom have become Senators, Governors, and cabinet secretaries. Overall, under his leadership, dozens of new Republican women, minorities, and veterans were elected to Congress “to usher in an era of ‘young gun’ conservatives.” McCarthy believes in a constructive future for the GOP, sharing his aspirations for a more effective, efficient, and accountable federal government with hosts worldwide.
Speaker Kevin McCarthy receives rave review for speech at AIM Summit 2024 edition in Dubai
55th Speaker of the House KEVIN MCCARTHY provided an insightful speech at the AIM Summit 2024 in Dubai. McCarthy provided a nuanced understanding of the potential geopolitical shifts that could reshape not only the U.S. but also reverberate across the Middle East, Asia, and beyond. AIM’s event planner shared, “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Speaker McCarthy for engaging the AIM Summit audience with such clarity, depth, and vision."
Kevin McCarthy is the 55th Speaker of the House.
Described as a man who exudes “true American grit,” McCarthy's political journey is the quintessential American story. After starting a small business at the age of 21, McCarthy went back to college to earn his bachelor and master degrees in business. He was rejected for an internship to the congressional seat he later held for seventeen years. Prior to being elected to Congress, McCarthy served in the California State Legislature where he became the fastest rising Minority Leader in the history of the California State Assembly.
McCarthy won the Speakership after a historic 15 ballots, and went on to secure $2 trillion in deficit reduction, all while protecting the full faith and credit of the United States, keeping our government open, and making sure our troops were paid. He also refocused Congress on America’s long-term challenges by creating the first-ever Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party.
Throughout his career, McCarthy fought for a more effective, efficient, and accountable federal government. He also personally recruited and actively supported commonsense candidates for office who have helped reshape the Republican Party – several of whom have become Senators, Governors, and cabinet secretaries. Overall, under his leadership, dozens of new Republican women, minorities, and veterans have been elected to Congress.
In Congress, he held nearly every elected leadership position in the House Republican conference and served under three Presidents, during two economic crises, and through consistent political upheaval while always maintaining his approach to governing as a Happy Warrior.
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