Michael Steele Biography

Michael Steele is an American politician who has worked his way to become one of the foremost Republican leaders of the U.S. A native of Maryland, Steele seriously considered priesthood after his graduation and even underwent the preparations, but changed his mind just prior to his ordination. Following a degree in law and a subsequent job for a law firm, he entered into active politics with the Republican Party. His initial few years were spent in political campaigns and a breakthrough arrived when he was elected as the chairman of the ‘Maryland Republican Party’. Just two years later, with his reputation steadily rising, he was chosen to contest the general elections in Maryland and with the Party’s win, assumed the role of Lieutenant Governor of Maryland. This designation gave him the chance to exhibit his good oratory skills and sound judgement. On other Party members’ insistence, he ran for the U.S. Senate but was unsuccessful. He created history by winning the Chairmanship of ‘Republican National Committee’, becoming the first African-American to do so and the committee raised a record amount of funds during his term. With his impressive rise, clean image and leadership qualities, Steele has demonstrated his enormous potential in politics and continues to serve his country.