Patxi López is a Spanish politician born on July 4, 1958, in Portugalete, Spain. He is a member of the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) and has served in various political roles, including as the Lehendakari, or President, of the Basque Government from 2009 to 2012. López has also held positions in the Spanish Parliament and has been involved in regional politics in the Basque Country. His political career has focused on issues such as social justice, economic development, and the promotion of peace in the region.