Let's make this birthday one to remember.

82 years old (Born on November 01, 1942)

Happy Birthday, John Spratt! You've spent decades expertly navigating budgets and defense bills in Congress—clearly solving America's toughest puzzles is easier than blowing out all those candles. Can we add "champion cake-cutter" to your impressive résumé alongside dedicated service on the House Budget and Armed Services committees?

Representing South Carolina's 5th District, from Sumter to Rock Hill, your tireless efforts left lasting impressions across communities big and small. Your leadership set a standard others still strive toward today. Now relax—you've earned it—but keep your calculator handy just in case someone asks you to balance the national debt again before dessert!