Bill Kristol is an American political analyst, commentator, and writer. He is best known as the founder and editor of the influential political magazine The Weekly Standard, which he launched in 1995. Kristol has been a prominent figure in conservative politics and has contributed to various media outlets, including television and print. In addition to his work with The Weekly Standard, Kristol has served as a chief of staff to Dan Quayle, the former Vice President of the United States. He is also a co-founder of the Project for the New American Century, a think tank that advocated for a strong U.S. foreign policy.