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Pedro Schwartz
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Pedro Schwartz in May 2019
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| Born | January 30, 1935 |
| Nationality | Spanish |
| Alma mater | Complutense University of Madrid London School of Economics University of Buckingham |
| Occupation | Economist, politician |
| Spouse(s) |
Mercedes Juste Werner
(after 1966)Ana Maria Bravo Zabalgoitia |
| Children | 4 |
Pedro Schwartz Girón is a Spanish economist and a former politician. He was born in 1935. An economist studies how money and resources are used. A politician helps make decisions for a country.
Early Life and Education
Pedro Schwartz was born in Madrid, Spain, on January 30, 1935. His father, Juan Schwartz Díaz-Flores, was a diplomat. A diplomat works for their country in other nations. Pedro's father helped save Jewish people during a difficult time called the the Holocaust.
Pedro went to the Complutense University of Madrid. There, he earned degrees in arts and law. He also studied economics at the London School of Economics. He received a master's degree and a PhD in Economics from this university.
Pedro Schwartz's Career
Pedro Schwartz has had an important career in economics and politics. He is a professor of economics at CEU San Pablo University. He also teaches economics at the University of Buckingham. He works as a scholar at the Cato Institute, which is a research organization.
In 1977, Pedro Schwartz joined the Mont Pelerin Society. This is a group of economists and thinkers who discuss ideas about freedom and economics.
He was also a member of the Congress of Deputies from 1982 to 1986. This is like being a member of parliament in Spain. It means he helped make laws for the country.
In 2005, Pedro Schwartz became a member of the Real Academia de Ciencias Morales y Políticas. This is a very respected group in Spain. It focuses on moral and political sciences.
He was the president of the Mont Pelerin Society from 2014 to 2016. This shows his leadership among economists.
In 1990, he received a special honor from the United Kingdom. He was made an Honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire. This award recognizes his contributions and work.
Pedro Schwartz's Family Life
Pedro Schwartz has been married twice. He married his first wife, Mercedes Juste Werner, in 1966. They had one child together. Later, he married Ana Maria Bravo Zabalgoitia. They have three children. In total, Pedro Schwartz has four children.
See also
In Spanish: Pedro Schwartz para niños
