Ed Crane (political activist), Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Ed Crane (political activist)

American libertarian

Date of Birth: 15-Aug-1944

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Profession: politician

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Edward Harrison Crane (born August 15, 1944) is an American libertarian and co-founder of the Cato Institute.
He served as its president until October 1, 2012.In the 1970s, he was one of the most active leaders within the Libertarian Party.
He directed the Party as its National Chair from 1974 to 1977, worked on John Hospers's Presidential bid and managed Ed Clark's 1978 campaign for Governor of California.
In 1980, Crane served as Communications Director to the Libertarian Party Presidential ticket of Clark and Vice Presidential candidate David Koch.
In 2012, Ed Crane stepped down from Cato's board. Crane has been a member of the board of various political organizations, including Americans for Limited Government, a group that assists grassroots efforts throughout the country, and the Center for Competitive Politics.
Crane is also a member of the Mont Pelerin Society.