Herman Cain Quotes
A collection of quotes by Herman Cain.
Herman Cain (December 13, 1945 – July 30, 2020) was an American businessman, author, and conservative political activist. Born and raised in Georgia, Cain pursued a successful career in the corporate world before entering politics.
After graduating from Morehouse College with a bachelor's degree in mathematics, Cain worked at various positions within the Coca-Cola Company. He then joined Pillsbury and became the company's Vice President. Later, Cain became the CEO of Godfather's Pizza in the late 1980s and successfully turned around the struggling company. His success in the business world earned him national recognition and respect.
Cain's political involvement began when he chaired the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City. He gained further prominence during the 2012 United States presidential election when he briefly ran as a candidate for the Republican Party nomination. Cain's campaign, which highlighted his business acumen and his signature "9-9-9" tax plan, garnered attention but ultimately ended before the nomination was secured.
Throughout his career, Cain remained a prominent voice within conservative circles as a syndicated radio host and columnist. He often advocated for limited government, tax reform, and free-market principles. Cain unfortunately passed away in 2020 due to complications from COVID-19. His achievements in the business world and his involvement in conservative politics leave behind a lasting legacy.