A longtime lawmaker reflects on the sweeping political shifts that reshaped his party over nearly three decades in Congress, from the Reagan era to the early years of the Trump administration. His career offers a firsthand perspective on how conservative ideology evolved, bridging two vastly different presidential administrations. The article examines how these changes influenced his legislative priorities and political outlook during his time in office. For those interested in the history of modern conservatism, this account provides a rare insider’s view of the transformation.
Kyl spent almost three decades in Congress, serving in both chambers, and watched his party undergo a drastic transformation, with his career spanning Ronald Reagan's presidency to President Donald Trump's first term.
