Paul Gigot
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| Name | Paul Gigot |
| Birth date | May 24, 1955 |
| Birth place | San Antonio, Texas, United States |
| Occupation | Journalist, editor |
Paul Gigot is a renowned American journalist, best known for his work as the editorial page editor of The Wall Street Journal, a position he has held since 2001, overseeing the publication of influential columns by Peggy Noonan, Daniel Henninger, and Holman Jenkins. Gigot's career has been marked by his association with prominent figures such as Robert Bartley, Vernon Jordan, and George Shultz. His work has been widely recognized, with appearances on Fox News Channel, CNBC, and National Public Radio.
● Early Life and Education
Gigot was born in San Antonio, Texas, and grew up in Green Bay, Wisconsin, where he developed an interest in politics and journalism, inspired by the works of William F. Buckley Jr. and George Will. He attended Dartmouth College, where he studied economics and was influenced by the ideas of Milton Friedman and Friedrich Hayek. During his time at Dartmouth College, Gigot was exposed to the writings of The New York Times and The Washington Post, which further shaped his journalistic aspirations.
● Career
Gigot began his career in journalism as a reporter for The Wall Street Journal in 1980, covering business and economics under the guidance of Robert Bartley. He later became the Asia correspondent for the journal, reporting on events such as the Tiananmen Square protests and the Japanese economic miracle. Gigot's work has been featured in various publications, including Forbes, Fortune (magazine), and The New Yorker, and he has appeared on television programs such as Meet the Press and The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer.
● Editorial Positions
As the editorial page editor of The Wall Street Journal, Gigot has overseen the publication of influential columns by Karl Rove, Peggy Noonan, and Daniel Henninger. He has also been a strong advocate for free market principles, as evident in his support for the Reaganomics policies of Ronald Reagan and the supply-side economics theories of Arthur Laffer. Gigot's editorial positions have been shaped by his interactions with prominent figures such as Alan Greenspan, Ben Bernanke, and Timothy Geithner.
● Awards and Recognition
Gigot has received numerous awards for his work, including the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary in 2000, which he shared with The Wall Street Journal editorial board. He has also been recognized by organizations such as the National Press Club, the American Enterprise Institute, and the Cato Institute. Gigot's work has been praised by Rupert Murdoch, Roger Ailes, and Charles Krauthammer, among others.
● Personal Life
Gigot is married to Judith Martin, a journalist and author, and they have three children together. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and has served on the board of directors for organizations such as the Dartmouth College and the American Council on Germany. Gigot's personal life has been influenced by his relationships with prominent figures such as Henry Kissinger, George Shultz, and Brent Scowcroft, and he has been a frequent guest at events hosted by The Heritage Foundation and the Brookings Institution.