Garret FitzGerald was an influential Irish politician and economist, serving as the Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland from 1981 to 1982 and again from 1987 to 1989. He was a member of the Fine Gael party and played a significant role in shaping modern Irish politics, particularly in areas like economic reform and European integration. Born on February 9, 1926, FitzGerald was educated at Trinity College Dublin and later became a prominent advocate for social and economic policies that aimed to modernize Ireland. He was also known for his contributions to public discourse through writing and commentary, influencing both policy and public opinion.