Tobias Anton "Toby" Roth (born October 10, 1938) is an American businessman, lobbyist, and former Republican[2] U.S. Representative from Wisconsin.[2] From 1979 to 1997, he served 9 consecutive terms in Congress.
Early life and career
Roth served in the Wisconsin State Assembly[2] from 1972 to 1978. He was also a lieutenant in the United States Army Reserve.[1] Following his retirement from Congress, Roth moved to Great Falls, Virginia.[1]
Congress
Roth represented Wisconsin's 8th congressional district.[1] He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1979, first being elected to the Ninety-sixth United States Congress. He was reelected to the succeeding eight congresses serving from January 3, 1979, until January 3, 1997, when he did not run for re-election.[1]
Later career
After leaving Congress in 1997, Roth opened a lobbying firm named the Roth Group. The firm was active for many years and remains in business.
Family
His nephew, Roger Roth is a member of the Wisconsin State Senate.[3]
References
- ^ a b c d e "ROTH, Toby A." Biographical Directory of the United States Congress. Retrieved 2007-01-09.
- ^ a b c "Index to Politicians: Roth". The Political Graveyard. Retrieved 2007-01-09.
- ^ "Politics runs deep for Roger Roth". Post-Crescent Media. Retrieved 2017-08-23.
External links
- United States Congress. "Toby Roth (id: R000459)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
- Appearances on C-SPAN
