Let's make this birthday one to remember.

50 years old (Born on June 26, 1974)

Happy Birthday, Ed! Another year older and wiser—though as a politician, we know you're already wise enough to avoid recounts. Your leadership since becoming National Vice Chairman of the Republican Liberty Caucus in 2011 has been nothing short of inspiring; you've championed liberty with passion and humor that even your opponents secretly admire.

Here's hoping this birthday brings you more success than ever before—and fewer debates about taxes at family dinners. Keep fighting for freedom (and cake), because politics might age us all—but laughter keeps us young forever. Cheers to another fantastic year ahead, Ed!