George Galloway

Profession: Politician

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Biography: George Galloway is a British politician, broadcaster, and writer. His career is marked by his tenure as a Member of Parliament, leadership of the Respect Party, and frequent media appearances. Notable for his opposition to the Iraq War, Galloway has been involved in various international issues and has encountered significant political and public backlash for his views.

Galloway began his political career early, joining the Labour Party at age 13. He became the youngest chairman of the Scottish Labour Party in 1981. In 1987, he was elected to Parliament representing Glasgow Hillhead for Labour. His opposition to the Iraq War led to his expulsion from the party in 2003.

After being expelled from Labour, Galloway joined the Respect Party in 2004 and was elected MP for Bethnal Green and Bow in 2005. Despite losing his seat in 2010, he made a comeback by winning in Bradford West in 2012. In 2019, he founded the Workers Party of Britain, and in 2024, Galloway was elected as MP for Rochdale.

Galloway has been involved in numerous controversies. He testified before the U.S. Senate in 2005 concerning the Oil-for-Food Programme allegations. Holding strong views on international affairs, he has been vocal in his support for Palestine and opposition to Zionism and Indian policies in Kashmir. He also opposes Scottish independence and was active in the 2014 referendum campaign.

Aside from politics, Galloway has had a notable broadcasting career, hosting shows like "The Mother of All Talk Shows." Despite his broadcasting success, he was fired from TalkRadio in 2019 due to allegations of anti-Semitism.

Galloway has been married four times and has six children. His personal religious beliefs identify with Roman Catholicism.

He has received public support from figures like Jeremy Corbyn during the 2015 Labour Party leadership election but has also faced criticism for his affiliations with contentious international figures and regimes.

Born: August 16, 1954
Birthplace: Dundee, Scotland
Age: 69 years old

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo