Thomas Brackett Reed

Thomas Brackett Reed Jr., born on October 18, 1839, was a prominent American attorney and politician from Maine. He made significant contributions to the political landscape as a member of the Republican Party, serving as the 32nd Speaker of the United States House of Representatives during two non-consecutive terms from 1889 to 1891 and 1895 to 1899. Reed's political career began in the Maine legislature, where he represented Portland, and he later served as Attorney General of Maine.

Reed's tenure in the House of Representatives spanned from 1877 to 1899, during which he represented Maine's 1st congressional district. His influence as Speaker was unprecedented, earning him the nickname