Ed Rendell is an American politician and lawyer who served as the 45th Governor of Pennsylvania from 2003 to 2011. He is a member of the Democratic Party and previously held the position of Mayor of Philadelphia from 1992 to 2000. Rendell is known for his focus on urban development and education reform during his time in office. In addition to his political career, Rendell has been involved in various public service roles and has worked as a political commentator. He has also served as the chair of the National Governors Association and has been an advocate for issues such as infrastructure and economic development.