Malcolm Stevenson Forbes (August 19, 1919 – February 24, 1990) was an American businessman and politician most prominently known as the publisher of Forbes magazine, which was founded by his father B. C. Forbes. He represented Somerset County in the New Jersey Senate from 1952 to 1958 and ran two campaigns for Governor of New Jersey. In 1953, he lost the Republican nomination to Paul L. Troast, who had the support of most of the party establishment. In 1957, he won the Republican nomination but lost the general election to incumbent Governor Robert Meyner. He was known as an avid promoter of capitalism and free market economics and for an extravagant lifestyle, spending on parties, travel, and his collection of homes, yachts, aircraft, art, motorcycles, and Fabergé eggs.
Malcolm Forbes
publisher
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American publisher
Malcolm Forbes's Historical Timeline
Malcolm Forbes is born
Malcolm Forbes, American publisher, known for american publisher, was born on 1919-08-19.
Publisher Malcolm Forbes (26) weds Roberta Remsen Laidlaw
Publisher Malcolm Forbes (26) weds Roberta Remsen Laidlaw
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Malcolm Forbes born?
- Malcolm Forbes was born on 1919-08-19 (American).
- What is Malcolm Forbes known for?
- American publisher
- What historical events involved Malcolm Forbes?
- Malcolm Forbes was involved in 2 recorded historical events, including Malcolm Forbes is born, Publisher Malcolm Forbes (26) weds Roberta Remsen Laidlaw.
- When did Malcolm Forbes die?
- Malcolm Forbes died on 1990-01-01.