Larry Summers is an American economist and public official known for his influential roles in government and academia. He served as the 71st Secretary of the Treasury under President Bill Clinton from 1999 to 2001 and was the President of Harvard University from 2001 to 2006. Summers has also held positions at the World Bank and has been a prominent figure in economic policy discussions. In addition to his government service, Summers has been a professor at Harvard and has contributed to various economic research initiatives. He is recognized for his work on macroeconomics, public finance, and international economics, often advocating for policies that address economic inequality and promote growth.