Ben Barnes

On a list of noteworthy Texan politicians, Ben Barnes ranks high. Barnes' political career peaked in the last decades of Democratic rule in Texas, before the state became synonymous with the Republican Party. A prodigious talent, Ben Barnes was elected to the Texas House of Representatives at the age of 22. In the late 1960s Barnes was the youngest Speaker of the House in the state's history and in 1969 he was elected Lieutenant Governor, serving until 1973. Ben Barnes' fast rise in Texas politics would not have been possible without ambition, will, and a determination to make lasting changes in the state.

Ben Barnes may have stepped down from power in 1973, but he continued to work as a lobbyist and consultant for the business community, even sitting on several corporate boards. No content to sit on his laurels, Ben Barnes has also been active in charitable causes and education related philanthropy.

BenBarnes.org provides information about the former Lt. Gov. of Texas and politician Ben Barnes . The site includes biographical, professional, and personal information.

The website BarnBurningBarnBuilding.com promotes Ben Barnes' memoir about political life in Texas. Ben Barnes began his career in Texas politics at an early age, and eventually became the Lt. Gov. of Texas.

The website MotherJones.com makes available a biography about Ben Barnes , former politician. Barnes participated in public service in Texas, and eventually served as the Lt. Gov. of Texas.

The Texas State Library and Archives Commission has a list of the former Lt. Gov. of Texas, including Ben Barnes. Ben Barnes served in this post from 1969 - 1973.

Friends and admirers of the former Lt. Gov. of Texas, Ben Barnes created and endowment to recognize Barnes' leadership and interest in higher education at The Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin.

Those interested in reading about Texas politics can check out the memoir from Ben Barnes , "Barn Burning, Barn Building." This book is now available on Amazon.com.

Some people prefer to read reviews or analyses of books before delving into the original text. Find a review of Ben Barnes ‘ book , "Barn Burning, Barn Building," online.

Texas A&M University provides information about the memoir from Ben Barnes , "Barn Burning, Barn Building." This information includes a summary, comments, reviews, and online ordering.