James E. Doyle is an American politician and attorney who served as the 44th Governor of Wisconsin from 2003 to 2011. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously held the position of Attorney General of Wisconsin from 1991 to 2003. Doyle focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and economic development during his time in office. Doyle was born on November 23, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois. He earned his law degree from Harvard Law School and began his career in public service. After his governorship, he continued to be involved in various civic and philanthropic activities.