Steve Beshear is an American politician who served as the 61st governor of Kentucky from 2007 to 2015. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously held the position of attorney general for Kentucky from 1979 to 1983. Beshear focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development during his time in office. During his governorship, Beshear was instrumental in expanding Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, which provided health coverage to many low-income residents. He also worked on initiatives to improve the state's infrastructure and promote job growth, leaving a significant impact on Kentucky's policies and programs.