Rudy Giuliani is considered one of the most successful United States attorneys in history, serving as US attorney for the Southern District of New York from 1983 to 1989, gaining international praise for his relentless pursuit of organized crime and public corruption. He served as mayor of New York City from 1994 to 2001, where he spearheaded crime reduction, revitalized the city, and comforted the nation following the terrorist attacks of September 11th.  Giuliani's success as a public servant, where he impacted the lives of millions, solidified his legacy as one of the most consequential public figures in American history.