Roberto Speranza is an Italian politician known for his role as the Minister of Health in Italy. He has been a member of the Italian Parliament since 2013 and is affiliated with the Democratic Party. Speranza has played a significant role in shaping Italy's health policies, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Born on January 4, 1979, in Potenza, Italy, Speranza studied law at the University of Florence. He began his political career in the youth wing of the Democratic Party and has since held various positions within the government, focusing on health and social issues.