John Kasich is an American politician and former governor of Ohio. He was born on May 13, 1952, in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, United States. Kasich served in the United States House of Representatives from 1983 to 2001, representing Ohio's 12th congressional district. He then went on to become the governor of Ohio, serving from 2011 to 2019. As governor, Kasich focused on issues such as job creation, education reform, and improving Ohio's infrastructure. He also played a role in national politics, running for the Republican nomination for president in 2016. While his campaign was ultimately unsuccessful, Kasich was praised for his moderate stance and his willingness to work across party lines. Kasich is known for his conservative political views, particularly on issues such as taxes, national security, and social issues. However, he has also been willing to break with his party on certain issues, such as his support for Medicaid expansion in Ohio under the Affordable Care Act. In addition to his political career, Kasich is also a commentator and author. He has written several books on politics and leadership, including "Two Paths: America Divided or United" and "It's Up to Us: Ten Little Ways We Can Bring About Big Change." He is also a regular contributor to CNN.